Workover / Cable Tool Rig Operator

Plants and Goodwin, Inc.

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Bradford, PA, us on site Until 8/21/2026 First posted March 20, 2026 Last posted March 20, 2026
Job description

Plants & Goodwin, Inc. is the industry expert in plugging and abandonment operations in the Appalachian Basin.

  • $25.00 - $31.00 / hour
  • $100.00 / day rig bonus
  • $55.00 / day per diem
  • Health, Life, AD & D, Dental & Vision available 1st of month following 30 days
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Company sponsored CDL Program for eligible employees
  • $150.00 Work boot allowance

The job of the Workover / Cable Tool Rig Operator is to safely and efficiently operate all rig components while overseeing a crew of 1-2 Floor hands.  The Workover / Cable Tool Rig Operator reports directly to the Rig Supervisor.  Responsibilities include:

  • Perform services on oil and gas wells as part of a 3-5 person workover rig crew
  • Assist in loading and off-loading pipe and other items from the truck to rig
  • Picking up and laying down tubing
  • Positions, lifts, attaches, installs and works with matting boards, tubing, rods, casing and associated well equipment, such as rod strippers, polish rods, etc
  • Operates rod wrenches, tongs, elevators and other associated rig tools and equipment
  • Reports safety hazards, accidents or maintenance issues to the Rig Supervisor
  • Complete required work plans, job safety analysis (JSA), observations, and attends safety meetings as required
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience working on a well servicing rig
  • Must be able to successfully perform the duties of a Floorhand
  • Must be familiar with pump and tank operations
  • Must have a valid state issued drivers license, CDL, or the ability to obtain one
  • Ability to perform manual labor required to operate well servicing equipment
  • Ability to show knowledge of running tongs and all other support equipment
  • Competent communication, people, and leadership skills
  • Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About this role

Summary

Operate oil and gas well rig components, oversee crew, perform safety and maintenance duties

Job title

Workover / Cable Tool Rig Operator

Experience level

3-5 years

Industry

oil and gas

Location requirements

Bradford, PA; on-site; remote not allowed

Salary

$25.00 - $31.00 / hour, $100.00 / day rig bonus, $55.00 / day per diem, $150.00 work boot allowance

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diplomaexperience on well servicing rigvalid drivers licenseCDLmanual laborsupport equipment knowledge

Preferred skills

safety trainingleadership skillsmulti-tasking

Specializations

well servicingrig operationcable toolpipe handling
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Bradford, PA 16701, USA

On-site City