Derricks - ETX/STX.

Patterson-UTI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Derrickhand is responsible for maintaining and inspecting mud systems, performing preventative maintenance on equipment, and ensuring the general upkeep of the rig and drilling floor. This role involves working at heights, handling tools, communicating effectively, and preparing stands for drilling activities. The position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions and adhering to strict safety procedures.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to successfully complete all duties of a Floorhand and Motorhand
Comfortable working at heights (50 ft. or greater) for extended periods of time
Able to repetitively climb steep stairs
Able to lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
Ability to frequently climb ladders and work while wearing a harness on an elevated platform
Clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English
Understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English
Ability to provide clear and understandable verbal, non-verbal and written direction to others in English
Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the tour work shift
Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of surroundings, work with moving pipe, watch and report ongoing work activities
Accurate recall over short and long-term memory
Able to stay alert and focused up to 12.5 hours while performing repetitive and routine activities
Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects
Willing to travel to and work in remote locations on a rotational schedule (14 days on / 14 days off)
Willing to work 12.5 hour shifts that can include days or nights, weekends and holidays
Willing to work mandatory and unscheduled hours outside of assigned schedule with little or no advanced notice
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 (drug and alcohol tests, background checks)
Six (6) months of experience as a Derrickhand on a drilling rig
Twelve (12) months of stable related work history
Must be comfortable working at heights (50ft. or greater)

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED
Valid Well Control Certification, IADC WellSHARP
Previous experience as a Motorhand on a drilling rig
Forklift Certification or willingness to complete Forklift Certification training within 60 days

Responsibilities

Stand or stand and walk for a minimum of 3.5 hours and up to 12 hours without being able to sit and while wearing steel-toed boots
Climb steep stairs and ladders, and work while wearing a harness on an elevated platform
Use heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools and utilize proper hand signals
Work independently while staying on task for the majority of the tour work shift
Measure mud weight and viscosity using a scale and timer
Maintain and inspect mud systems (mud levels, pumps, shakers, and tanks)
Check rig and equipment for problems and safety issues on an ongoing basis
Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment above the rig floor and associated with the drilling fluid system
Perform general upkeep of the rig and drilling floor, including sweeping, shoveling, cleaning, painting, washing equipment, and housekeeping duties
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times
Inspect derrick items every tour: hanging sheaves, lights, boom and boom lines, derrick climbing device and ladder, stand pipe and Kelly hose
Work in a heavy industrial environment with moving machinery, loud equipment, and potentially hazardous chemicals
Perform daily inspections of crown block, shale shaker, mud agitators, mud mixing equipment, and mud pumps
Follow instructions from Mud Engineer and Driller to ensure operational mud systems
Handle and mix hazardous chemicals into the mud as directed by Mud Engineer, using required PPE
Prepare stands and steady and guide pipe into and out of elevators during drilling activities
Ensure correct mud pit valves are open/closed
Monitor Floorhands assisting in pits or with chemical sacks
Perform general upkeep and housekeeping of mud pit area
Assist with rig up/down procedures
Support other crew members, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and perform additional tasks as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned that may be outside of this job description