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Diversified Energy Company · 21 hours ago

Rig Manager

Rochester Mills, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Diversified Energy Company is a US-based company specializing in the production and operation of natural gas and oil wells. The Rig Manager will oversee the rig operations, manage a team of rig hands, and ensure compliance with safety and operational procedures while coordinating support services on-site.

EnergyOil and Gas

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage a minimum of two direct reports (rig hands)

Participate in the hiring process for new rig hands

Train and mentor new/inexperienced rig hands as necessary

Ensure the team is on site on time, fulfilling their job duties, and is following all operating procedures

Review and submit time worked for rig hands daily

Complete and submit annual performance evaluations via the company performance evaluation system

Operate service rig, responsible for rigging up/down, tubing tallies, and general operation of all support equipment on site

Rig up and operate triplex pumps and all related piping in a safe manner consistent with safe operating procedures, confirms cement and displacement calculations

Conduct regular JSAs (Job Safety Analysis) with Next LVL and third-party employees; responsible for monitoring and ensuring safe working conditions of the worksite including ensuring all employees on the job site are properly utilizing FR and PPE

Conduct meetings over safety topics provided by the EHS team

Organize, schedule, and manage support services (cement, wireline, trucking, and construction) actively working on location

Conduct and track frequent inspections of the rig and rig location, identifying issues regarding safe and efficient operations of the rig, and makes timely recommendations to rectify any noted problems

Perform minor mechanical repairs on equipment and keep maintenance records updated

Complete and submit a daily operations report detailing and approving operational activity that occurred on site

Perform any other duties as requested or assigned, including occasionally assisting with non-plugging or special projects per direction of management

Qualification

Rig managementPlugging operationsDownhole fishingArc weldingBasic computer skillsSafety analysisMechanical repairsTeam managementTime management

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license Class A/B CDL preferred

Willingness to travel and work out of town on a frequent basis

Knowledge with H2S Gas Basic math skills

Basic computer skills/proficiency

Ability to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize, judge, observe, inspect, estimate, and assess driving operations effectively (either naturally or with corrective lenses)

Ability to operate a 4X4 vehicle

Must be able to repetitively move or position feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, and back

Must be able to work atop elevated surfaces and traverse various heights

Lifts or carries 67 lbs. or more, which falls into the 'heavy' category (over 50 pounds)

Frequently pushes and pulls with a maximum force of 100 ft./lbs

Constantly works in outdoor weather conditions and is exposed to varying environmental conditions, including well site conditions

Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record

This position involves operating a company vehicle for work-related travel or receiving a stipend for operating a personal vehicle for company use; adherence to all traffic laws and company vehicle policies is required

Candidates must be eligible to be insured under the company's vehicle insurance policy

Preferred

3 - 5 years' experience in plugging operations and/or gas and oil industry preferred

2+ years' experience as a rig hand preferred

Experience with downhole fishing, milling, drilling, etc

Experience with general maintenance on service rig, pumping equipment, and all other equipment

Arc welding experience is a plus

Company

Diversified Energy Company

Diversified Energy Company is producing natural gas & oil wells in multiple regions.

Founded in 2001

Birmingham, Alabama, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.div.energy/

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