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Roustabouts, Oil and Gas




Job Summary:

The Roustabout, Oil and Gas, will perform manual tasks and assist with the repair of oilfield or natural gas equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Assembles or repairs oilfield or natural gas equipment using hand tools and power tools.
  • Loads and unloads pipe from truck, either by hand or by using equipment.
  • Assists roughnecks and other oil rig workers to ensure they have the materials and equipment they need.
  • Assists crane operators with transport of loads.
  • Dismantles oilfield machinery.
  • Ensures that work areas are clean and safe.
  • Follows safety guidelines and regulations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent mechanical skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of oilfield machinery and repair.
  • Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior workers.
  • Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Education and Experience:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Previous related experience preferred; on-the-job training provided.

Physical Requirements:

  • Physically able to perform labor.
  • Prolonged periods of standing, kneeling, or bending.
  • Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds at a time.

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