Drilling Rig Operator

Lighthouse Drilling•El Dorado, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Operators lead a three-to-five-person rig crew while safely operating drilling rig components. This is a safety-sensitive position. They are responsible for rig up and down activities, general equipment repairs, and maintenance of rig components. Operators conduct safety meetings and assign activities on the rig floor or derrick. They supervise the mud-mixing duties and other duties performed by floor hands & derrick hands. Operators are responsible for their crew performing these duties safely and efficiently. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

Previous Drilling Experience on a Kelly Drive Rig.
A valid Driver's License is required (CDL Preferred but not required).
Knowledge of basic mechanical functions.
Oilfield industry experience.
Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening & background check.
Able to work well with & lead a team

Nice To Haves

High School diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
Clean Driving Record.
CDL.
2+ years of previous drilling rig operations experience

Responsibilities

Ensures all crew members are at the rig and prepared to work at the scheduled time.
Performs routine operating functions and troubleshooting on all equipment with direction from operation personnel and the client company representative.
Operates the draw works and assesses downhole conditions and well pressures.
Handles jack stands and instructs crew on securing the guy wires.
Provides operating reports (via Pason) to the Field Supervisor-Rigs or Toolpusher.
Tested and monitored equipment using correct procedures.
Trained and directed the crew on safety and job procedures.
Establishes daily maintenance & housekeeping program for the rig.
Oversees the setting up, taking down, and transportation of drilling rigs & equipment.
May be requested to work outside of regular work schedule to meet customer needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.