Driller

Chesapeake Energy • Morgantown, WV

102d

About The Position

Expand Energy is searching for a Driller position for our field operations team located in one of the following: Ohio, West Virginia, or Louisiana. The Driller operates and repairs drilling equipment and provides guidance to work crews. Provides guidance and training for work crew personnel regarding rigging up and rigging down, day-to-day operations and company policies and procedures. You will lead operations to ensure compliance with safety guidelines and established procedures by your assigned rig crew. The Driller will report to the Rig Operations Superintendent.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or the equivalent is preferred
• Three (3) years prior experience in procedures associated with drilling a well
• Minimum training requirements: Health, Safety and Environment Orientation and Rig Specific Start Up Training, Well Control Certification, Supervisor Level, Drilling Only, and Horizontal and Extended Reach Drilling (HERDIT)
• A Clean driving record
• Basic written and verbal communication skills
• To be on call 24 hours a day when needed
• Required to pass all pre-employment requirements including a physical demands, vision, and drug-screening test along with a thorough background and driving record check

Responsibilities

• Operates and repairs drilling equipment and provides guidance to work crew
• Provide guidance and training for work crew personnel regarding rigging up and rigging down
• Provide guidance for day-to-day operations
• Provide training for company policy and procedures
• Lead operations to ensure compliance with safety guidelines and established procedures
• Operate rig hoisting system from control panel; raises and lowers drilling tubulars using hoisting system
• Accountable for direct supervision of three to five employees and indirect supervision of five to eight personnel

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Oil and Gas Extraction
• Education Level: High school or GED