DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the uppermost section of the drilling string as it is brought from and lowered into the wellbore or drill hole.
- Responsible for the oversight of some of the machinery on the Rig and for the conditioning of the drilling fluid and the circulation machinery.
- Responsible for submitting orders to the Tool Pusher for all pump expendables and supplies pertaining to the mud pumps and mud systems.
- Responsible for working with mud systems, monitoring weight and mixing weight properly while reporting any changes.
- Must be able to work in a highly skilled team environment, effectively communicating with the Driller and other Rig members.
- Spends 25% of time in the rig derricks and plays a lead role in stacking and guiding pipe as it is tripped in and out or reconnected into the hole.
- Participates in Company Safety Program.
REQUIREMENTS:
- High School graduate or GED
- Requires a minimum of 3 years in the drilling industry as a Floorman or above.
- Must possess current well control certification, 1st Aid, CPR and Forklift/Manlift certificates.
- Ability to read, write and speak English to be able to understand verbal and written instructions as well as give them.
- Ability to use simple math to make job related calculations.
- Knowledge of top drive design and function.
- Able to work in high places for extended periods of time.
- Ability to climb derrick structures with required PPE, climb tall flights of stairs, work out of a riding harness for lengthy periods of time and lift 50 lbs.
- Must pass pre-employment UA.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Commitment to Excellence - Identifies what needs to be done and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations.
- Corporate Values- Understand, embraces, and integrates corporate values into everyday duties and responsibilities.
- Customer Service - Identifies and responds to current and future client needs by providing excellent service to internal and external clients.
- Safety and Security - Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers.
- Teamwork - Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships with others inside or outside the organization.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
- Adaptability- Adapts to changing conditions and work assignments, sets priorities and manages multiple assignments, and tasks.
- Attention to Detail- Ensures one's own and other's work and information are complete and accurate.
- Communication Skills- Listens, writes, and speaks effectively, and positively relates and interacts with co-workers, customers and others.
- Dependability- Consistently adheres to operational standards, ensures smooth operations and positive customer experiences, builds a productive workplace, is reliable, and improves team morale
- Self-motivated- Requires little to no supervision, works well both independently and as part of a team.
This position is an open continuous vacancy due to the seasonal nature of our work. When an opening occurs, applications will be reviewed at that time, and candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted directly