Operator
Start Your New Career with a Great Company
At Barco Industries our incredible employees are at the core of everything we do. We work hard to be the best Pumping Service Provider and we couldn't do it without our outstanding employees. We are a family owned business and many of our employees are working long hours to support their own families. If you envision yourself joining our team, submit your application today!
We are hiring Operator and Operator Assistant positions for our oilfield pump-down crews.
Schedule & location
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14 days on / 7 days off hitch schedule
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Long days on location during hitch (typically ~14-hour days)
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Home yard: Columbus, TX (3554 FM 109)
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Travel from the Columbus yard to job locations across the greater Gulf Coast and Permian Basin
Pay & benefits
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Competitive pay that rewards dedication and performance
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BCBS insurance coverage for the employee
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Training provided — no extensive experience required if you show up, work hard, and want to learn
Requirements for most positions
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Must earn a CDL for most positions (or already have one)
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Experience truck driving, pump operating, or as a mechanic is a big plus
Operator
Run pumping operations and lead Operator Assistants on location.
What you’ll do
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Run pumping operations safely and efficiently on location
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Direct and train Operator Assistants on equipment checks, boost, bleed-off, iron, and wellhead work
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Own pre-job equipment checks (pump, boost, tractor, pickup) and keep equipment ready
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Manage fluid flow, pressure, and wellhead configurations; bleed off and pressure-test correctly
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Oversee tank and tote strapping, chemical handling, and SDS/PPE decisions
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Check, change, and oversee pump valves and packing
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Lead or participate in JSAs and safety meetings; enforce stop work authority and other Barco safety programs
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Keep trucks, trailers, and location organized; hand off a clear status to relief
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Communicate with the customer, crew manager, and shop on job progress and equipment needs
What we look for
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Experience operating oilfield pumps (or strong trucking / pump / mechanic background)
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CDL required or ability to obtain
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Comfortable leading a small crew and training new hands
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Strong safety habits and clear communication on location
