WTX - DRILLER I

Nabors•Odessa, TX

About The Position

The Driller is responsible for ensuring work on and around the drill floor and BOP, rig-up and rig-down procedures, and drilling operations are performed safely and effectively. The role supports meeting or exceeding Nabors Drilling Company's and the contracting company's safety, production, and budget objectives. The Driller works under the direction and supervision of the Rig Manager. The role monitors drilling progress and equipment, helps ensure operations follow the established plan, and supports safe, well-maintained rig operations. The Driller also assists with troubleshooting, employee training and development, and reviews of critical actions to support continuous improvement.

Requirements

Previous rig experience as a Floorhand, Motorhand, and/or Derrickhand for Nabors Drilling, or one year of experience as a Driller for another drilling company.
Strong knowledge of Floorhand, Motorhand, and Derrickhand positions.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to wear respiratory protective devices.
Reliable transportation to and from the rig.
Ability to work rotations of 7 or 14 days on and 7 or 14 days off, including weekends and holidays and day or night shifts.
Ability to remain attentive for tours of up to 12 hours.
Ability to work in a close environment for extended periods with minimal ability to leave the driller's cabin.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders, stand or walk throughout a tour, and work on steel decking and outdoor surfaces that may be gravel, board roads, or covered in drilling fluids, mud, snow, or ice.
Ability to lift, carry, and work with items weighing upwards of 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, certificate, or equivalent.
AC and/or SCR rig experience.
Completion of an unexpired Certified Supervisory Well Control course.
Experience using computers and multiple screens to monitor drilling activities.

Responsibilities

Anticipate potential problems, plan ahead, and implement corrective action in a timely manner to support drilling-operation goals.
Work with the Rig Manager on post-analysis reviews of critical actions and implement ongoing best practices for future operations.
Ensure the safety of the drill crew and support personnel working on and around the drill floor.
Oversee proper rig-up and rig-down, preventive maintenance and repair of drilling equipment, and cleaning and housekeeping around the drill floor.
Ensure drilling operations follow the established plan.
Substitute for a Floorhand when a trained Floorhand is absent.
Work with the Rig Manager to train and develop rig employees in ways that support employee career goals and company needs.
Monitor drilling progress and determine when bits need to be changed while operating pumps, the rotary table, draw-works, and drill pipe.
Operate the rig using rig controls while monitoring equipment, including pump pressures, the weight indicator, and drill-string weight.
Apply knowledge of drilling-rig equipment capacity and functionality, including Canrig Top Drives, accumulator units, and draw works.
Adjust mud pumps to maintain the proper circulation rate.
Perform basic math functions.
Maintain attention and alertness for tours of up to 12 hours and work the stated rotation, including weekends and holidays and day or night shifts.
Work cooperatively in a close environment for extended periods, with minimal ability to leave the driller's cabin.
Make judgment decisions affecting crew safety and give clear, concise verbal instructions.
Know emergency shut-in procedures and respond to emergencies efficiently and professionally.
Stand or walk throughout the tour while wearing steel-toed boots; climb stairs and ladders and walk on steel decking and varied outdoor surfaces.
Work in an unprotected environment and lift, carry, and work with items weighing up to and above 35 pounds.
Assist the Rig Manager with troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Perform other duties as required by the Rig Manager.