Yard Hand - Oilfield Services

Job Title: Yard Hand (Oilfield Services)

Location: Bakersfield, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time/Temp-to-Hire

Position Overview

Legacy Staffing is seeking a motivated and hardworking Yard Hand on behalf of an oilfield services client. This is an entry-level, fast-paced, and physically demanding role supporting the handling, preparation, and inspection of oilfield tubular products such as drill pipe, tubing, and casing. This position offers a strong entry point into the oil and gas industry, with opportunities for advancement into inspection and equipment operation roles.

Key Responsibilities

Pipe Handling & Preparation

• Clean, move, and position pipe to prepare for inspection, coating, or loading
• Assist with staging materials for production and inspection crews

Yard Maintenance

• Organize pipe racks and maintain orderly yard conditions
• Stack and secure pipe using appropriate materials and methods
• Support general yard upkeep and cleanliness

Inspection & Quality Support

• Assist inspection crews with preparation for non-destructive testing (NDT)
• Support quality control efforts to ensure materials meet standards

Loading & Equipment Support

• Assist with loading and unloading materials using manual labor or equipment
• Support forklift and crane operations when needed (training provided where applicable)

Safety Compliance

• Follow all company safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Work safely around heavy equipment, machinery, and active job sites

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; oilfield or labor experience is a plus
• Ability to work efficiently in a high-production, team-oriented environment
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with crew members and supervisors
• Willingness to learn new skills and advance within the company

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Physically demanding role requiring lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials
• Long periods of standing, walking, and manual labor
• Work schedules may include 10–12 hour shifts, weekends, and extended hours
• Outdoor and shop environments with exposure to weather, dust, and heavy equipment

Growth Opportunities

• Hands-on training in non-destructive testing (NDT) methods (e.g., magnetic particle, blacklight inspection)
• Potential advancement into inspection, equipment operation, or supervisory roles

If you're looking to start a career in the oil and gas industry and are ready for hands-on, physical work in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Legacy Staffing is proud to connect hardworking individuals with career-building opportunities in the energy sector.