Derrick Hand

Ranger Energy ServicesRanger Energy ServicesHobbs, New Mexico, United States
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Posted

9/12/2026

Employment

Full time

Range

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Work style

On-site

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Core responsibilities

The Derrick Hand monitors and maintains daily operations of the well servicing rig while assisting with rigging, pipe handling, and equipment maintenance. They are responsible for ensuring site safety, performing inspections, and mentoring floor hands on operational procedures.

Requirements overview

Candidates should have at least one year of experience on a well servicing rig and possess a valid driver's license or CDL. The role requires the ability to perform manual labor, operate rig equipment, and follow strict safety protocols.

Key skills

Well servicingRig operationsFall arrest systemEquipment maintenancePipe handlingForklift operationWinch operationHazard identificationSafety complianceCommunicationMulti-taskingManual laborTongs operationEnergy isolationMentoring

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About Ranger Energy Services

Industry

Oil and Gas

Employees

633

Type

Public Company

Size

1,001-5,000 employees

Ranger is one of the largest providers of high specification mobile rig well services, cased hole wireline services, and ancillary services in the U.S. oil and gas industry. Our advanced solutions are helping operators meet the technical and operational challenges of today’s extended reach horizontal wells. Our services facilitate operations throughout the lifecycle of a well, including the completion, production, maintenance, intervention, workover, and abandonment phases. Ranger is built for today’s oilfield with experienced crews and the latest technologies. Today's oilfield takes more than just conventional support- it takes Ranger Energy Services. With a broad geographic footprint servicing the most prolific shale plays across the country, Ranger is here to lead the way.

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Description

Derrick Hand SUMMARY The Derrick Hand is responsible for monitoring and maintaining proper procedures of the daily operations of the well servicing rig. The Derrick Hand assists in all duties on the rig site to include rigging up and down, picking up or laying down tubing, working the rig floor, and assisting in operating the rig when necessary. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Performs fall arrest system, harness, derrick, and hoisting component inspections as required Ability to correctly operate the Geronimo Performs fall protection donning and doffing as required Assist in racking of rod of tubing Pulls and lays down rods, tubing, casing, and other equipment as needed. At times, lifting of equipment may require the use of a forklift, winch, or assistance of other crew members Participate in meet and greet at location sites Participate in JSA and tail gate meetings as scheduled Assist in pipe tallying, rigging up and down, nipple up and down of BOP units, and pipe handling Responsible for keeping work site, equipment, and tools clean and in good working order Assist in the day to day lubrication and minor adjustments of equipment Ability to understand Hazard ID cards and near hit cards, as well as follow standard operating procedure for completion of cards Assist in the daily inspection and maintenance of equipment Successfully perform elevator handling, hardline construction, and energy isolation procedures Trains and mentors floor hand on day to day operations Daily communication with Rig Operator on work site operations and maintenance Assist in operating the rig when requested and deemed competent by supervisor Responsible to stop work if conditions are unsafe and report concerns immediately Report all incidents as per the standard operating procedures Other duties as assigned REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 1+ year(s) of experience working on a well servicing rig preferred Must be familiar with pump and tank operations Must have a valid state issued driver’s license, CDL, or the ability to obtain one Must be able to successfully perform the duties of a floor hand Ability to perform manual labor required to operate well servicing equipment Ability to show knowledge of running tongs and all other equipment Competent communication skills Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Ability to work a flexible schedule COMPUTER Basic knowledge of MS Office preferred PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Must complete and pass all required pre-employment screenings ABOUT THE COMPANY Ranger Energy Services is an oil & gas completion and production solutions company with a foundation built on well servicing, wireline, and natural gas processing. Ranger Energy is committed to providing employees with a benefits program that is both comprehensive and competitive. The programs are designed to invest in you and the things you care about – your health, your family, and your future. Come join our team of highly skilled, motivated employees, working on state-of-the-art equipment with outstanding compensation and additional benefits, including: Medical/Dental/Vision Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account Life Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance Employee Assistance Program 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match PTO (depending on eligibility)

Requirements

  • Well servicing
  • Rig operations
  • Fall arrest system
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Pipe handling
  • Forklift operation
  • Winch operation
  • Hazard identification
  • Safety compliance
  • Communication
  • Multi-tasking
  • Manual labor
  • Tongs operation
  • Energy isolation
  • Mentoring

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employer match
  • Paid time off

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