Hot Oil Driver at Key Energy Services Inc. in SNYDER, Texas

Job Description:

Job Description

  Key Energy Services located in Snyder, TX has an immediate opportunity for an experienced Hot Oil Driver.
 
Job Summary:
 
The purpose of this position is to drive and operate a truck-mounted Hot Oil Unit. This includes the operation of a high pressure pump, a propane-fueled burner and set of coils for heating fluids, for the purpose of paraffin removal in well-bores and flow lines.
 
This position has a dotted line reporting line to: Supervisor
 
  RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Drives a Hot Oil unit from the yard to well site, disposal areas, etc.


• Operates high-pressure pump and burner for heating fluids, using controls such as Throttle, Coil and Discharge pressure, High temperature and pressure. Shut down, and monitor levels in tank.


• Keeps up with scheduled work, tracking pressures.


• Pulls bottoms on production tanks, using shake out machine to get oil ready to sell.


• Operates high-pressure pump to test the integrity of tubing and casing.


• Observes equipment gauges, indicators and hand signals to monitor job activities and conditions such as wind direction, truck operation, and pump oil levels. Keeps others away during operations.


• Carries and lays out hoses and joints of pipe from the truck to the wellhead or battery.


• Connects and disconnects hoses and joints of pipe using hand tools.


• Follows safe operating procedures according to specifications of jobs and equipment specifications of loads and equipment.


• Repairs, maintains, and adjusts equipment, often using hand tools.


• Reads and understands colors and hazard warnings on labels for chemicals.


• Uses loto experience to isolate pumping units, reda`s, etc.


• Traces fluids path before starting operations to make sure that unit is safe distance away.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.


• Wears proper safety equipment on job (when applicable)

a. Goggles, face shields or safety glasses
b. Ear plugs/muffs
c. Steel toed boots
d. Hard hats
e. Safety belts
f. Anti-fall devices
g. SCBA (Self-contained Breathing Apparatus)
h. H2S/multi-gas detectors
i. Slicker or tyvek chemical suits
j. Gloves
k. Uniforms/FRC's
  PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.


• Valid CDL A or B drivers license depending on vehicle required to drive with required endorsements and acceptable driving record within past 3 yrs.


• Ability to work in a steady-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once


• Basic problem solving, organizational skills     


• Must have knowledge of wells and well-bores and rod pumping systems.

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