Rig Hand I

Weisinger Incorporated is seeking a Rig Hand I to join the Willis, Texas location. This role supports daily job site operations by assisting with tools, moving pipe, mixing materials, and helping the crew complete projects safely and efficiently. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, being part of a team, and building hands-on skills in the water well industry.

Job Summary

Perform or assists in performance of operating the job site, including handling tools, moving pipe and mixing job materials in a manner to achieve optimal safety, efficiency, quality, reliability, staff morale and teamwork by performing the duties listed in the following section.

Essential Functions, Roles and Responsibilities The following list includes essential duties and responsibilities. Perform all activities in accordance with all policies, principles, and procedures established by the Company.

• Use handling tools such as tongs and wrenches.
• Store and care for all tools, spare parts, materials and supplies.
• Follow all safety regulations, policies, principles and procedures.
• Use proper Personal Protective Equipment.
• Mix drilling fluid, cement and chemicals.
• Operate rig under direct supervision of pump rig operator.
• Learning about basic maintenance of pump rig including mud tanks, mud pumps, draw works, engine and supporting equipment (including crew truck, forklift, trailers, air compressors, test engines, light towers etc.) before, during and after shift.
• Leave vehicles, equipment and tools inoperable condition. Immediately report all maintenance issues to pump rig operator or superintendent, which includes asking to have broken tools repaired/replaced. Discontinue use of broken items and dispose of broken tools that cannot be repaired.
• Operate vehicles and comply with all Department of Transportation rules and regulations.
• If employee maintain a commercial driver’s license, complete driver vehicle inspection reports before and after operating commercially regulated vehicles. Submit inspection reports after each shift. It is the employee’s responsibility to review weight limits and monitor hours of service for compliance.
• When moving equipment, observe job site and assist as needed to prevent damage and destruction of equipment or property.
• Immediately notify supervisor about injuries to self or crew members.
• Perform basic housekeeping including but not limited to disposing of garbage and organizing job site, crew truck and employee lockers before, during and after shift.
• Abide by on-call schedule, which includes all crews in the commercial service department on a rotating basis.
• Must be available by phone and be readily available to report to work as needed at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned, which may include working in another department as needed.

Position Requirements

• Successfully pass a background check, including an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company policy
• Valid U.S. Driver's License required
• Successfully pass pre-employment drug test and physical, depending on position
• Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9 and E-Verify). The Company participates in E-Verify and will submit information from your completed Form I-9 to E-Verify to confirm your employment eligibility

Qualifications The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma, GED equivalent or applicable experience required.
• Previous manual labor experience in the construction industry preferred.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with hand tools, basic electrical skills, and being mechanically inclined are required.

Physical Requirements Physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Balance and stability is required.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted, and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds assisted.
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to distinguish color and ability to adjust focus required.
• This position requires full use of arms and back, and is comprised of repetitive motions.
• Stamina is required as employees may work physically demanding shifts of up to or more than 10 hours per shift.
• If employee maintains commercial driver’s license, compliance with 37 Texas Administrative Code Chapter 4 (which includes but is not limited to satisfactory Texas Department of Transportation physical exam and random drug testing) required.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts at eye level or overhead; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration; mud; grease; and diesel fuel. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, and icy surfaces. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• The employee primarily works in an outdoor environment with extreme heat/cold; direct sunlight; wet and/or humid conditions; and other outside weather conditions.

Comprehensive Benefits • Career Advancement • A Company That Invests in You

Weisinger offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. Employees receive paid holidays, vacation time, and an extended paid holiday break during Christmas and New Year’s. Our medical plans includes multiple plan options, with dental and vision offered as additional voluntary benefits. We also provide company‑paid life insurance & AD&D, and disability insurance, along with a large variety of employee‑paid ancillary options. A 401(k) plan with a company match further supports long‑term financial wellness. All benefits are subject to change annually or at any time at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer.