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Floorhands play a vital role in supporting the drilling crew and ensuring the efficient operation of the rig. They work in physically demanding and challenging conditions, which can include exposure to harsh weather and remote locations. With experience and dedication, floorhands may have opportunities for advancement within the oil and gas industry.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Assisting in Drilling Operations: Work alongside the drilling team to ensure the efficient operation of drilling equipment, including derricks, drawworks, mud pumps, and drilling tools.
• Maintenance and Repairs: Perform routine maintenance and repairs on drilling equipment as necessary to prevent downtime and ensure safe and effective operations.
• Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to safety protocols and procedures, contributing to a safe work environment for yourself and your colleagues. Report any safety concerns or incidents immediately.
• Physical Labor: Engage in physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy equipment and materials, climbing derricks, and working in various weather conditions.
• Team Collaboration: Work as part of a team, effectively communicating with colleagues, supervisors, and other personnel on the drilling site.
• Problem-Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve issues that may arise during drilling operations, contributing to increased efficiency and productivity.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience on a drilling rig is a must at this time.
• Attention span to stay alert and attentive for up to 12-hour shift while performing repetitive and monotonous tasks.
• Able to work 14 days on and 14 days off, including holidays, weekends, or days and nights.
• Able to receive verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to stand and walk for a minimum of 4 hours at any one time, including standing and walking on steel decking as well as gravel, board roads and mud, snow and ice.
• Must be able to repetitively lift and carry items weighing upwards of 60 lbs. up and down stairs, repetitively swing 20 lbs. sledge hammers as well as torque on wrenches and open/close valves requiring upwards of 160 lbs. of torque.
• Repetitively be able to lift/carry 100 lb. sacks, pull drill slips with another employee (200 +lbs.), latch/unlatch tongs as well as rack back drill pipe continually throughout the 12-hour tour.
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the tour work shift while wearing Personal Protective Equipment at all times.
• Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems.
• 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.
• Travel to different drilling locations may be required.