Hoist and Winch Operator jobs in the United States

Since 1982, International Snubbing Services (ISS) has provided industry-leading well-intervention services.  Areas of expertise include hydraulic workover, snubbing, well control, blowout prevention, P&A, offshore drilling, intervention solutions, and equipment. The company's experienced teams are trained to the highest level of certification and are multi-national and multi-lingual, backed by an equipment line that is the most modern in the world.  Our outstanding safety record is testimony to the level of commitment we place on working efficiently and wisely while protecting our employees.  

Join our well-intervention team as a Winch Operator. Winch Operators conduct common supportive activities during all stages of the hydraulic workover and snubbing operations and perform basic maintenance activities and/or equipment preparations.  Work is rotational on U.S. land and offshore locations.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School or GED equivalent preferred
• Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and drug screen
• Follow safety requirements and take an active part in safety meetings, risk assessments, hazard hunts, and JSAs
• Basic ability to understand, speak, read and write English
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge of and ability to read and comprehend equipment certification and test charts.
• Assist in rig-up and rig-down of HWO or Snubbing unit 
• Operate the CB winch during pipe-tripping operation with all tubular sizes
• Inspect winch packages for correct installation on gin pole and hydraulics for leaks and other visible problems
• Maintain general housekeeping, cleaning, painting equipment, etc. on location and at the yard
• Function test winch equipment while fully rigged up
• Install all cables on gin pole. (Counterbalance, Main Hoist, and Scoping cable)
• Assist in basket operation as trainer and replacement

The above statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified; nothing restricts the company’s right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time or for any reason. 

WORKING CONDITIONS  

• Ability to enter confined spaces by use of ladders or other access devices, up to 20 feet.
• Perform work in all types of environmental and extreme weather conditions.
• Perform duties with all protective equipment and H2S respirator when required.

OUTSTANDING BENEFITS 

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• 100% Company Paid Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), and Basic Life Insurance.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against any job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.