NORTH DAKOTA DERRICKHAND I

Nabors • Williston, ND

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Derrickhand is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation and support function of the mud module (sack area, mud pumps and mud pit / shakers). The Derrickhand works under the direction / supervision of the Driller, but reports directly to the Rig Manager.

Requirements

• Ability to perform essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Minimum of 3 years rig experience as a Floorhand or Motorhand for Nabors or 1 year of experience as a Derrickhand for another drilling company.

Responsibilities

• Preventive maintenance and general repairs to the mud pumps and associated equipment including changing out the mud pump liners, as requested by the Driller or the Mud Engineer
• Ensuring the chemicals and mud mixture (properties) is of sufficient type and quantity to meet the needs of the drilling operations
• Direct and supervise the Floorhand assigned to assist with the sack handling or the shakers
• Perform the general housekeeping, maintenance and upkeep of the equipment in the chemical / mud pits / mud pumps
• Assisting the Driller with raising and lower drill pipe in and out the hole during tripping operations
• Regularly weigh the mud, analyze the viscosity and measure barrels gained or loss every half hour
• Assist the Rig Manager with trouble shooting and problem solving duties and decisive manner
• Working above the drilling floor, on the monkey board, guiding the drill pipe during the tripping-in/tripping-out process, ensuring to wear proper safety equipment
• Other duties as required by the Rig Manager

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed