Equipment Operator/Swamper
BP&L Industries Energy Services, Inc. is looking for an Equipment Operator/Swamper. Must have pothole experience (working with hydrovac trucks or super suckers). Must have the ability to perform heavy-duty tasks. Mechanically inclined is a plus. This is a full-time position. Must be a self-starter and have ability to work unsupervised. Night, weekend, and overtime work is required.
Responsibilities:
- Perform potholing activities
- Perform equipment inspection and maintenance
- Set up/break down of equipment and hoses with hammer unions
- Operate equipment for 12 hour shifts
- Drive and haul equipment (No CDL necessary)
- Responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation projects including: utility line exposure, debris removal, slot trenching, and digging
- Perform tank cleaning with pressure washer and hydrovac truck
- Perform roustabout jobs in drilling sites at times
- Follow safety rules/regulations at all times
- Acts as a safety lookout for the truck driver by giving him clear hand signals to avoid potential hazards whenever driver is required to back-up
- Latches bridal lines and winch lines properly
- Greases, paints, scrubs and cleans truck and equipment as needed
- Be able to drag bridal lines for distances up to 100 feet or as necessary to complete the job
- Be able to use hand tools
- Capable of working at different heights above ground level
- Performs maintenance as needed
- Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications:
- MUST have pothole experience. Working with hydrovac trucks or super suckers
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in oil field related activities
- Must have Class C driver's license
- Able to travel and work extended hours as needed
- Must have a clean driving record
- Must be able to pass a non-DOT physical, drug screen and background check
- Applicant shall agree to initial drug/alcohol testing and random testing thereafter
- Strong desire to learn and grow in a fast paced environment
- Strong customer service skills
- Reliable transportation
- Must be able to communicate effectively
- Safety mindedness is essential
- Travel out of town and out of state to work will be required at times
- Must be on-call and available to work at all times (due to client schedule, our operators may not work every day but must be on-call for irregular hours)
- Having up to date training in H2S, Fall Protection and/or Confined Space is a plus
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Midland/Odessa, Texas
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.