Motorhand - Oklahoma

Patterson UTI Energy Inc•El Reno, OK

75d•Onsite

About The Position

Drill safer, smarter and faster with Patterson-UTI Drilling's comprehensive fleet of pad-capable rigs featuring advanced walking systems to enhance your operations so you can reach your apex. The Motorhand's primary duty is to ensure that all equipment is operating and functioning properly and execute minor repair work on equipment. The Motorhand is responsible for the generators, equipment, and systems that power the rig and drilling activities. Additional responsibilities include off-loading materials, maintaining equipment, and assisting in rig up and rig down. The Motorhand works closely with and oversees Floorhands on the rig floor, assists the Derrickhand as needed, and assists the Driller in day-to-day operations.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to successfully complete all duties of a Floorhand
Ability or aptitude to maintain and repair various types of equipment, engines and machinery
Able to stand or stand and walk for a minimum of 3.5 hours and up to 12 hours without being able to sit and while wearing steel-toed boots
Able to repetitively climb steep stairs and be able to lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
Must be comfortable working at heights (50 ft. or greater) for extended periods of time
Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the tour work shift
Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties
Accurate recall over short and long-term memory
Stay alert and focused up to 12.5 hours while performing repetitive and routine activities
Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English as well as understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English
Willing to travel to and work in remote locations on a rotational schedule which consists of 14 days on / 14 days off, working 12.5 hour shifts that can include days or nights and as well as weekends and holidays
Willing to work mandatory and unscheduled hours outside of your assigned schedule with little or no advanced notice
Must be willing and able to attend and successfully complete classroom training and testing to qualify for a rig assignment
Able to successfully meet pre-employment testing requirements which may include, without limitation, pre-employment drug and alcohol test(s) and background checks as well as drug and/or alcohol testing periodically during employment (subject to state and federal laws)
Internal applicants will need at least 3 months experience as a Floorhand and the external applicant will need at least 3 months of Motorhand experience
Forklift Certification or willingness to complete Forklift Certification training within 60 days

Nice To Haves

6 months of experience as a Motorhand on a land drilling rig
High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

Lift and place slips weighing approximately 150 pounds with another person occasionally during the tour work shift
Independently use heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools
Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems
Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects
Take initiative and work independently during downtime
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times which could include but is not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, coveralls, work gloves, respirator, and hearing protection
Regularly inspect, maintain, and repair generators, equipment, and SCR or VFD house
Responsible for hydraulic and electrical systems and equipment
Ensure that all preventative maintenance is performed on all equipment and that all log sheets and maintenance sheets are filled out correctly and are up to date on all required equipment
Responsible for daily inspection of the following: working order of all main engines, air compressors and air system, electrical equipment, BOP and accumulator, engine radiators, circulating water pumps, oil transfer pumps, and the running order and blow down of the boiler
Work in a heavy industrial environment which includes working around constantly moving overhead machinery, being in close proximity to loud equipment and handling potentially hazardous chemicals
Inspect main engines every tour for proper working order by checking the following: oil level, coolant, gauges, possible oil leaks, noise and vibrations and changing oil as needed
Provide instructions, train, and oversee Floorhands during drilling activities
Regularly check rig and equipment for problems and safety issues on an ongoing basis
Use forklift to off-load and move materials
In charge of all lock-out/tag-out of breakers
Keep a daily log of maintenance and repair activities
Assist Derrickhand with mixing chemicals and other mud maintenance as needed
Assist with rig up / down procedures
General upkeep of the rig and drilling floor; includes regular sweeping, shoveling, cleaning, painting, washing of equipment and related housekeeping duties
Support other crew members as needed, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and other additional tasks as assigned
Other duties as assigned that may be outside of this job description