Rig Hand
Hydroresources · Ft. Lupton, CO, US · United States · On-site
Pay: USD 35,360 – 54,080 a year
Posted Sep 25, 2026
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Rig Hand
Summary Part of the crew responsible for the maintenance and day to day operation of the rig.
Responsibilities Include but not limited to:
• Competent with rig and all equipment • Performs general maintenance of draw works • Loads and off-loads pipe and assists in rig movement • Checks snub lines, pull lines, shackles, and cable clamps to verify condition • Checks dies in slips and tongs and all safety and riding belts to verify condition • Responds to emergency situations including major mechanical or structural failures • Trips pipe – uses slips, tongs and elevators • Knowledge of types of pipe • Latch and unlatch tubing and rods • Wrench rods • Knowledge of how drilling and/or pumping units run • Prepare and set up rig for workover • Knowledge of thread types, tubing sizes and rod sizes • Knowledge of working derricks and drill floor • Diagnose well problems • Cut and thread pipe • Perform service maintenance on rigs
Knowledge and skill requirements
High school diploma or GED preferred.
Knowledge of types of drill pipe and drill collars.
Knowledge of thread types and tubing sizes.
Knowledge of working derricks and drill floor.
Ability to travel.
Requires willingness to work a flexible schedule.
Good driving record with CDL preferred.
Benefits
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Medical insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Paid time off
Referral Program
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled, E-Verify Employer
As part of the pre-employment hiring process at Hydro Resources Holding, Inc. and its subsidiaries, all candidates will be required to undergo background check and drug screening.
External Company URL: Hydro Resources | Groundwater Exploration and Production (https://hydroresources.com/)