Floorhand

Calista Corporation•Prudhoe Bay, AK

21h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a skill-level position in the petroleum industry supporting drilling-rig operations. The Floorhand handles equipment and pipe on the rig floor, operates floor equipment, performs general upkeep and minor maintenance, and assists with rig moves and returning the rig to operational status. The work requires responding quickly to directions, precision, knowledge of drilling-rig tools and equipment, safe work habits, and teamwork. Exposure to extreme environmental conditions and hazardous conditions is expected. The position also supports the Driller and Rig Management with daily rig-site duties, health, safety, and environmental compliance, identifying operational non-conformances, reporting spills and environmental or property damage, and maintaining waste-management records. The role works inside an enclosed oil rig and outdoors in the elements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience on a diesel-electric rotary drilling rig.
One year of experience operating hopper and viscosity-testing equipment.
Ability to obtain or currently hold a North Slope Training Cooperative card.
Ability to read, write, and perform basic calculations.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Ability to respond quickly to directions and perform work requiring precision.
Knowledge of drilling rigs, tools, and equipment.
Ability to work safely and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Preference is given to Calista shareholders and their descendants, spouses of Calista shareholders, and shareholders of other corporations created under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

Responsibilities

Perform general upkeep of drilling-rig mechanical equipment.
Handle equipment and pipe on the rig floor and operate floor equipment.
Assist in preparing the rig for relocation and returning it to operational status.
Connect and disconnect hydraulic or mechanical fittings.
Use hand tools, pipe wrenches, and power tongs in assigned job functions.
Guide uncoupled tubing from the well hole to racking boards or pegs for extended periods.
Work with service companies during well completion, servicing, and drilling.
Perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment, including changing dies in tongs and worn hydraulic hoses on power equipment.
Keep the rig and floor clean and tools properly stored.
Follow company safety rules and work safely as part of a team.
Conduct job duties in compliance with Nordic HSE policies and work toward annual HSE goals.
Assist Rig Management in identifying operational non-conformances at the rig site.
Immediately report spills, environmental non-compliances, and third-party property or environmental damage to the Rig Manager's office.
Encourage rig personnel to report unsafe work conditions or practices and environmental non-compliances to supervisors.
Assist with developing and implementing standard operating procedures.
Assist with the waste-management tracking system and hazardous-waste determinations.
Assist with completing the daily spill champion activities log and internal audits as needed.
Assist the Driller with daily rig-site duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.