Pulling unit Field Supervisor

Position Summary

The Pulling Unit Field Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily field operations involving pulling units, workover activities, personnel, equipment, and customer service. This position ensures that all assigned crews perform their duties safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies, customer requirements, applicable regulations, and established industry standards.

The Field Supervisor provides leadership and direction to pulling unit crews, monitors job performance, coordinates equipment and personnel, and ensures operational objectives are met. This role requires a strong understanding of pulling unit operations, well servicing activities, hazard recognition, and field personnel management. The supervisor is expected to maintain a high standard of safety, professionalism, accountability, and operational efficiency across all assigned job sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Field Operations Management

• Oversee daily pulling unit and well servicing operations across assigned locations.
• Ensure crews are properly staffed, equipped, and prepared before beginning work.
• Monitor job progress, operational efficiency, equipment utilization, and adherence to customer schedules.
• Coordinate crew assignments, equipment movements, mobilization, and demobilization.
• Communicate with customers, company management, and field personnel regarding job status, operational concerns, and changing requirements.
• Identify operational challenges and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure field personnel follow established operating procedures and job-specific instructions.
• Conduct field visits to evaluate job performance, crew readiness, and compliance with company expectations.
• This is a working Supervisor position – you will need to be prepared to jump in and help when needed.
• Experience doing on the fly repairs.

2. Safety and Regulatory Compliance

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all assigned pulling unit operations.
• Ensure employees follow company safety policies, customer safety requirements, and applicable OSHA, DOT, and other regulatory requirements.
• Verify that required job safety analyses (JSAs), pre-job safety meetings, hazard assessments, and other required safety documentation are completed.
• Conduct field safety inspections and observe work practices to identify unsafe conditions and behaviors.
• Ensure employees use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow applicable safe-work procedures.
• Verify that equipment inspections and required safety checks are completed before operations begin.
• Stop work when unsafe conditions or practices are identified and ensure corrective actions are taken before work resumes.
• Report incidents, near misses, injuries, property damage, and safety concerns promptly to management.
• Participate in incident investigations and ensure corrective actions are communicated and implemented.
• Monitor employee qualifications, training, and competency requirements applicable to assigned duties.

3. Personnel Supervision and Development

• Supervise, coach, and evaluate pulling unit operators, crew members, and other assigned field personnel.
• Establish clear expectations for safety, productivity, attendance, conduct, and job performance.
• Ensure crews understand their responsibilities, job assignments, and applicable customer requirements.
• Address performance deficiencies, policy violations, and conduct concerns promptly and consistently.
• Recommend additional training, coaching, recognition, or disciplinary action when appropriate.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, orientation, and development of field employees as assigned.
• Monitor employee attendance, timekeeping, and required personnel documentation.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and professional communication among field crews.

4. Equipment and Maintenance Oversight

• Ensure pulling units, trucks, tools, and supporting equipment are maintained in safe, serviceable operating condition.
• Verify that required pre-use inspections and maintenance checks are completed and documented.
• Coordinate equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, and service needs with the appropriate department.
• Report defective equipment and ensure it is removed from service when necessary.
• Monitor equipment condition and identify recurring maintenance or performance issues.
• Ensure tools, equipment, and work areas are properly secured, organized, and maintained.
• Coordinate equipment readiness and availability to minimize unnecessary downtime.

5. Customer Relations and Communication

• Maintain professional working relationships with customer representatives, field personnel, and company management.
• Communicate job progress, staffing needs, equipment concerns, and operational delays in a timely manner.
• Respond to customer concerns professionally and escalate issues requiring management involvement.
• Ensure crews understand and follow customer-specific procedures and site requirements.
• Support customer satisfaction through safe, reliable, and efficient service delivery.
• Report changes in job scope, schedule, or resource requirements to the appropriate management personnel.

6. Documentation and Reporting

• Review daily reports, job tickets, field paperwork, time records, and other required operational documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure required safety meetings, equipment inspections, incident reports, and job documentation are completed and submitted on time.
• Monitor labor hours, equipment utilization, job progress, and operational costs as assigned.
• Report operational issues, personnel concerns, equipment failures, and customer feedback to management.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with company procedures and customer requirements.
• Assist with audits, investigations, performance reviews, and operational reporting as needed.

7. Cost Control and Operational Efficiency

• Monitor labor, equipment, fuel, and other operating expenses within assigned responsibilities.
• Identify opportunities to reduce downtime, improve scheduling, and increase productivity without compromising safety.
• Ensure company equipment and resources are used appropriately and protected from loss, damage, or misuse.
• Review recurring operational issues and recommend process improvements.
• Support management in meeting customer commitments and established operational performance goals.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical training or relevant industry education preferred.
• Significant experience in pulling unit operations, workover operations, well servicing, or a related oilfield service environment.
• Prior supervisory or lead-hand experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of pulling unit equipment, field procedures, job-site hazards, and safe operating practices.
• Knowledge of applicable safety requirements, customer procedures, and industry standards.
• Ability to recognize hazards, evaluate operational risks, and implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple crews, job sites, schedules, and competing priorities.
• Ability to complete, review, and maintain accurate operational and safety documentation.
• Valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record, consistent with company requirements.
• Ability to travel to assigned job sites and respond to operational needs as required.
• Ability to pass applicable company-required screenings and meet customer site-access requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising multiple pulling units or crews across multiple job sites.
• Relevant well servicing, rig operations, or oilfield safety training and certifications.
• Familiarity with incident reporting, root-cause analysis, and corrective-action processes.
• Experience with electronic field reporting, timekeeping, and maintenance systems.
• Demonstrated ability to improve safety performance, crew productivity, and equipment reliability.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work in outdoor oilfield environments exposed to changing weather, noise, dust, uneven terrain, and other job-site conditions.
• Ability to walk job sites, climb stairs or access platforms when necessary and permitted, and remain on one's feet for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively in noisy industrial environments and use required protective equipment.
• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, holidays, or on-call schedules as operational requirements dictate.
• Ability to travel between job sites and respond to urgent field issues.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Performance Expectations

The Pulling Unit Field Supervisor is expected to:

• Maintain a strong safety culture and enforce company safety policies consistently.
• Ensure assigned crews follow approved operating procedures and customer requirements.
• Maintain effective supervision, communication, and accountability across field operations.
• Ensure required operational and safety documentation is accurate and submitted on time.
• Minimize preventable equipment downtime and support effective resource utilization.
• Address field issues promptly and escalate significant concerns to management.
• Maintain professional relationships with customers and company personnel.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, integrity, leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person