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Valaris plc

Assistant Driller

Houston, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Principal Duties and Responsibilities Follows standard instructions and maintains good communication with the Driller and Toolpusher;provides notification of any concern, ensuring any deviation is ...

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for toolpusher in the United States is $27.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.12 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Toolpusher is a senior rig supervisor responsible for overseeing drilling operations, crew management, and equipment maintenance on an oil rig. They ensure that drilling activities run smoothly, safely, and efficiently while complying with industry regulations. Toolpushers coordinate between rig workers, company representatives, and on-site engineers to address operational challenges. Their role requires extensive experience in drilling operations and strong leadership skills to manage personnel and ensure productivity.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a toolpusher?

To thrive as a Toolpusher, you need strong leadership abilities, extensive drilling operations knowledge, and several years of field experience as a driller or assistant driller, often supported by safety and management certifications such as Well Control or HSE. Familiarity with rig management systems, drilling equipment, and regulatory compliance tools is crucial for daily operations. Excellent decision-making, communication, and problem-solving skills help Toolpushers effectively lead crews and maintain operational efficiency. These skills ensure safe, productive drilling operations and the successful management of complex teams in demanding environments.

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Many Toolpushers advance from positions such as Driller or Assistant Driller and can continue progressing to senior management roles like Rig Manager, Operations Superintendent, or even higher-level corporate positions within drilling operations. The experience gained as a Toolpusher in overseeing crew members, coordinating drilling activities, and managing safety gives professionals a solid foundation for career growth. Companies often encourage further training and leadership development, offering pathways into planning, training, or operational support roles. Demonstrating expertise, a strong safety record, and effective leadership are key to unlocking these advancement opportunities.

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Driller (Expression of Interest)

Doyon Limited

Prudhoe Bay, AK • On-site

$26 - $35.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Overview
This post is to build a talent pool for upcoming projects this fall/winter.
JOB SUMMARY
The Driller operates drill rig hoisting, rotary and pumping equipment used to drill gas and oil wells. Working as part of a team, directs drilling crews activities in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. As immediate supervisor he is responsible for operational safety and performance of rig crew.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Verifies required activity permits are completed properly and in a timely manner
  • Performing and documenting safety, spill prevention and pre-job meetings as required
  • Promotes DDI's safety and hazard recognition programs
  • Documents drilling/tripping activities and maintaining records as required
  • Prepares and submits required reports in a timely manner
  • Schedule and document rig crew working hours
  • Recommends and documents employee disciplinary actions
  • Conducts performance reviews on all crew members
  • Control drills that bore into the earth
  • Determine whether pipe is raised or lowered
  • Keep records of the footage drilled and materials used
  • Trains and verifies employee's competence to perform jobs assigned
  • Ensures all operations are performed in a safe, professional, efficient manner
  • Verify proper maintenance and operation of equipment
  • Ensure rig crew and equipment are competent to perform emergency operations
  • Maintains clear communications with crew, relief, Toolpusher and customer representative
  • Follow DDI and customer operating and reporting procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned

CORE COMPETENCIES:
  • Commitment to Excellence - Identifies what needs to be done and takes action to achieve a standard of excellence beyond job expectations.
  • Corporate Values- Understand, embraces, and integrates Doyon corporate values into everyday duties and responsibilities.
  • Customer Service - Identifies and responds to current and future client needs by providing excellent service to internal and external clients.
  • Safety and Security - Promotes a safe work environment for co-workers and customers.
  • Teamwork - Resourceful team player that builds, strengthens, and maintains collaborative relationships with others inside or outside the organization.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
  • Adaptability- Adapts to changing conditions and work assignments, sets priorities and manages multiple assignments, and tasks.
  • Attention to Detail- Ensures one's own and other's work and information are complete and accurate.
  • Communication Skills- Listens, writes, and speaks effectively, and positively relates and interacts with co-workers, customers and others.
  • Dependability- Consistently adheres to operational standards, ensures smooth operations and positive customer experiences, builds a productive workplace, is reliable, and improves team morale
  • Self-motivated- Requires little to no supervision, works well both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 4 or more years' experience associated with this positon (e.g, driller, assistant driller, motorman)
  • Certificate of Completion in Well Control (Driller, Surface Stack only)
  • NSTC (North Slope Training Certificate)
  • First aid/CPR
  • Valid driver's license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Alaska on/off shore experience
  • Amphion control system experience

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to extreme weather conditions both on and off shore. Temperatures reach as low as 50 degrees below zero during the winter months. Employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places, extreme heat and high noise levels. Employee will be required to work at various heights on the rig. Employee will work in an environment where there is risk that they will be exposed to toxic, caustic and/or hazardous chemicals, fumes or airborne particles. Workers are required to wear personal protective equipment while on the job.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
An individual will be required to work the majority of hours in a remote industrial environment, and will need to be able to quickly respond to a change in work demands. Occasional lifting up to (1-50 lbs.) is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Doyon Drilling's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Doyon grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first, and second to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.

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