Floorhand
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Floorhands Needed ASAP in Permian Basin (TX & NM) 14/14, Lots of OT The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and assisting in drilling activities. The Floorhand is responsible for making drill pipe connections and tripping pipe in/out of the drilling hole. This is an entry-level job that provides initial introductory training and substantial on-the-job training.
Detailed Description:
Lift andplaceslips weighingapproximately 150pounds withanotherperson frequentlyduringthetourwork shift
General upkeepoftheriganddrillingfloor; includes regular sweeping, shoveling, cleaning,painting, washingofequipmentandrelatedhousekeepingduties
Cleanandgeneral upkeepoftheriganddrilling floor; includes regularpainting, washingofequipmentandrelatedhousekeepingduties
Useironroughneck, slips, andtongs toproperlyhandleandconnect/ break sections of drill pipe
Assist inrigmoves: helpwithrig-up/ rig-down, nippleupanddownblowout preventers, assistwithgeneral assemblyandmaintenanceandhelppreparenew location
Regularlycheck rigandequipmentforanyproblems andsafetyissues onan ongoingbasis
Assist withinspecting,slippingandcuttingdrilling line
Responsibleforpickingupandlayingdowntubulars,attachingordetachingpick
- uplines, and thehookupandtearout of flareanddegasser lines
Assist Motorhandwithpreventative maintenanceandrepairs of equipmentand motors, pipe,andoff-loading materials aswellas checking/ changingoil and coolant onengines
Assist Derrickhand withwatchingand maintainingshakers,mudpitsandpumps
Wear requiredPersonal ProtectiveEquipment (PPE)at alldesignatedtimes which could include but is not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, coveralls, work gloves, respirator, and hearing protection
Inspect safetyequipmentandPPEforwearandreplacingasneeded
Maintainspatialorientationandawareness tosafelymovearoundwork environment with manymovingobjects
Work in a heavy industrial environment which includes working around constantly moving overhead machinery, being in close proximity to loud equipment and handling potentially hazardous chemicals
Takeinitiativeandwork independentlyduringdowntime
Support othercrewmembersbycarryingsupplies, ensuringcompliancewith safetyproceduresandotheradditionaltasksas assigned
Other duties as assigned that may be outside of this
job description
Job
Requirements:
Ability to standandwalk foraminimumof 3.5hours andupto12hours without beingabletositandwhilewearingsteel-toed boots
Able to repetitivelyclimbsteepstairs andbeableto liftandcarry50pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
Must becomfortableworkingat heights (50ft.orgreater)forextendedperiods of time
Stayalert andfocusedupto 12.5hours whileperforming repetitiveandroutine activities
Bend, stoop,kneel, twist, andcrawl throughout the tourwork shift
Priorexperienceorabilitytouseheavy-dutyhandheldand long-handledtools
Abilitytosafelyliftandcarry50pounds independentlyandrepetitivelyclimb steepstairs
Demonstrateclearcommunicationskills includingabilitytoread, writeandspeak Englishas well as understand andpromptlyfollow verbal and writteninstructions inEnglish
Clearvisiontojudgenearandfardistances tomaintainawareness of, watch, andreportongoingwork activities tocoworkers andthirdparties
Able to have accurate recall overshort andlong-term memory
Abletowork closely withothers intheconfinedareaofthedrilling rigandmaylive together increwquarters
Work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties
Willingto travel to andwork in remote locations on a rotational schedule whichconsists of 14days on/14days off, working12.5hourshifts that can includedays ornightsandas well as weekends andholidays
Willing to work mandatory and unscheduled hours outside of your assigned schedule with little or no advanced notice
Must be willing and able to attend and successfully complete classroom training and testing to qualify for a rig assignment
Able to successfully meet pre-employment testing requirements which may include, without limitation, pre-employment drug and alcohol test(s) and background checks as well as drug and/or alcohol testing periodically during employment (subject to state and federal laws)
Minimum
Qualifications:
Six (6) months of stable work history
PreferredQualifications:
One (1) year stable related work history (e.g., farming, ranching, construction, heavy equipment or other trade) or military service
6 + months of experience working in a rig based position for drilling contractor
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
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