OCCUPATION: Snubbing Hand
The Snubbing Hand is part of the crew that works on a snubbing and is responsible for servicing oil and gas wells. The duties of the Snubbing Hand include assisting in rigging-up and rigging-down the unit, assisting rig crews, and other functions specified by the customer or well operator. All duties are to be performed according to standard operating procedures in order to maximize the safety of all personnel at the work site and to perform the task most efficiently.
Essential Functions of Job:
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Lift, operate, rig-up and down the components of the snubbing unit and other equipment used on the location
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Operate tongs, elevators, and other related tools and equipment
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Physically load and unload pipe or other materials without the use of tools or hoist equipment
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Sets hydraulic jacks, handles pads/boards and assists in attaching the guy wires to the anchor
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Assists in picking up or laying down tubing, manually lifting the tubing from the rack onto the work floor or vice versa
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Reports any safety hazards, accidents or maintenance issues to the rig supervisor
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Ensures that work carried out is in compliance with company policies and procedures and according to safety regulations
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Performs other related duties as assigned
Skills you’ll need:
- Ability to work in various, sometimes challenging, weather conditions
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Must have a "can do", customer services orientated approach
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Ability to communicate both oral and written effectively
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Must comply with all safety policies and procedures
Licenses and Certifications Preferred:
- Safeland/PEC
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Valid driver license
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CDL
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Well Control School
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H2S, Forklift/Manlift, and CPR/1st Aid
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Any other heavy equipment licenses or certifications
Physical Requirements of Job:
Amount of each day spent: Standing: 50 % Walking: 40% Sitting: 10%
Employee works: Inside: 10% Outside: 90%
While performing job, employee will be required:
lifting/carrying (0-100lbs) 15 times/hour 8-10 hours/day
pulling/pushing (0-75lbs) 15 times/hour 8-10 hours/day
to squat 7 times/hour 8-10 hours/day
to kneel 5 times/hour 8-10 hours/day
to climb ladders/stairs 4 times/hour 8-10 hours/day
Physical activity required:
Lift under 10lbs Frequently
Lift 10-25lbs Frequently
Lift 25-50lbs Frequently
Lift Over 100lbs Seldom
Carry under 10lbs Frequently
Carry 10-25lbs Frequently
Carry 25-50lbs Frequently
Carry Over 100lbs Seldom
Reach above shoulder Frequently
Reach at shoulder Frequently
Reach below shoulder Frequently
The working conditions may involve exposure to the following:
chemicals gases cold heat
dampness noise dust radiation
heights (0-110’) fumes winds ice
Other physical requirements:
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Manual and finger dexterity
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Hand/grip strength
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Depth perception
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Any other physical requirements that allow the employee to perform the job safely according to all company, local, state and federal regulations and requirements.
Safety equipment:
The following safety equipment is to be worn on the job (when applicable):
goggles face shields safety glasses hard hats safety belts
ear plugs steel toed boots tyvek suits SCBA gloves
H2S monitors fall protection FR Clothing
Other requirements:
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Valid drivers license highly preferred
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Pre-employment drug screen
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Pre-employment physical
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Pre-employment background and MVR check
Benefits you will receive:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Insurance
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Health Benefits - your choice of three medical insurance plans, a dental plan, and a vision plan – all with significant premium contributions from Fortis
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Traditional and Roth 401K plans, offering a 100% company match for up to 3% of your salary and a 50% match on the next 2%, available at 6 months of full-time employment
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Other supplemental insurances
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Paid time off that begins accruing on your first day
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Highly competitive wages
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Opportunity for advancement
