USC - WE ARE HIRING! Drilling | California Region | Driller, Assistant Driller, Derrickhand, Motorhand, and Floorhand

Ensign Energy Services•Bakersfield, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Drilling Team (USC) performs the duties of general manual labor on the rig and supports and assists other members of the drilling crew during all rig operations. This includes roles such as Driller, Assistant Driller, Derrickhand, Motorhand, and Floorhand.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
Pass a post-offer physical examination, fitness testing, safety aptitude test, drug tests & background check
Provide proof of and maintain proper legal authorization to work in the United States
Arrange for reliable transportation to and from work and training locations
Speak and read English well enough to understand verbal and written safety postings, alerts and announcements, communicate with co-workers and be able to participate in job safety analysis meetings
Understands and is capable of reading all safety / training requirements and materials
Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary servicing
Works in a manner that insures personal safety and the safety of fellow crewmembers
Maintains a professional, effective, and polite relationship with other Ensign employees and suppliers
Strives continuously to develop a greater knowledge of the total operations, including the duties and responsibilities of each position
Works well as a team player and demonstrates willingness to share knowledge to advance knowledge and skills of others
Respects chain of command and follows thru on instructions
Understands fully Ensign’s ethics policy and its application in all business dealings including contractual agreements and contract negotiations
Understands and agrees to follow all of Ensign’s Policy and Directives and procedures as set forth in the Ensign Company Policy and Basic Directives Handbook for Employees
Maintains technical and safety certifications required by company or government agencies; remains current on all OSHA, EUSD and other required training
Conforms to a drug-free workplace, not be under the influence of mind-altering prescription or non-prescription drugs, including alcohol and other drugs of abuse.
Understands fully the Ensign Health and Safety policy and self-responsibility for own health and safety at work; Demonstrates responsibility to avoid adversely affecting the health and safety of others through any act or omission
Uses the correct protective clothing and equipment as provided by Ensign and guards against misuse or damage to such equipment
Reports any hazardous situations arising in the workplace that cannot be self-corrected, or injury incurred during the course of work, no matter how minor
Avoids injury resulting from manual handling tasks, by use of risk assessment, correct mechanical handling equipment and correct manual handling techniques

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in oil field, heavy industry or construction is beneficial
High School diploma or GED is preferred

Responsibilities

Operates tongs, picks up/lays down pipe and latches tubing in elevators
Manages tools on the work floor
Operates the mud pump
Nipples up/down BOP
Tallys the stands (pipe)
Assists in daily maintenance and housekeeping
Reports and corrects any unsafe work practices and safety hazards
Participates in all safety programs, processes and requirements
Attends Operations Training up to two times per year and up to five days per training at designated locations
Performs other duties as directed by management
Works in a safe, healthy, and environmentally protective manner