Drill Operator Journey

Bechtel • Brownsville, TX

3d

About The Position

The Drill Operator safely operates a drill rig, hoisting mechanism, and related tools and materials. The role involves observing load hookups, assessing the safety of loads and rig attachments, controlling drill rig and hoist movement, preparing casing and drilling tools, and coordinating rig movement and setup. The operator also inspects, cleans, and maintains equipment, reports defects or malfunctions to a supervisor, and assists with rig assembly and disassembly. The posting also includes crane-operation duties, including inspecting, moving, setting up, and assembling or disassembling cranes, as well as transporting materials, tools, equipment, and supplies. The position requires adherence to safety procedures and typically requires at least 48 months of industrial construction experience; an onsite VOC and NCCER and/or NCCCO assessments are specified for applicable crane operation.

Requirements

• Typically requires a minimum of 48 months of industrial construction experience.
• An onsite VOC is required.
• NCCER and/or NCCCO assessments for applicable crane operation are required.

Responsibilities

• Observe load hookups and determine the safety of loads, the Kelly bar, and attachments.
• Operate drill rig controls to regulate drill rig speed and direction and hoist movement in response to written, verbal, or signal instructions.
• Clean and maintain the drill rig, hoisting mechanism, and turntable.
• Inspect the drill rig for defective parts and report defects or malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Set up and turn in casing; set up drilling tools and inspect tools and connections before they go downhole.
• Assist in lifting, positioning, and securing materials and work pieces during installation.
• Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment.
• Safely operate the drill rig, crane, hoist mechanism, tools, and materials.
• Assist in assembling and disassembling drill rigs and cranes.
• Plan and coordinate drill rig and crane movement and setup.
• Inspect cranes for defective parts and report defects or malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Load, transport, and unload materials, tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Adhere to all safety procedures.

What This Job Offers

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