Derrickman

Work under the direction of the Driller as necessary to support on-going rig operations. Implement and uphold safety and environmental compliance requirements. Operate/Monitor derrick equipment and mud systems under the direction of the Driller. Perform general derrick, shaker area and pump room house-keeping duties and material preservation activities under the supervision of the Driller. Assist other personnel as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS
•High School Diploma or equivalent
•Completion of Roustabout Training Course
•Six months experience as Derrickman, or
•Completion of Derrickman Core Competency Instruction
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Drilling Operations
•Must have completed orientation process and be familiar with all company safety policies and procedures as outlined in the safety handbook.
•Safely and efficiently perform all duties assigned by the Driller during drilling, work over and completion operations.
•Ensure all operations are proceeding in a safe manner and responsible for correcting or notifying responsible person of any unsafe acts and/or conditions which exist.
•Attend and participate in pre-tour, post tour, special operations and weekly safety meetings.
•Handle drill pipe or tubing when it is being hoisted out or lowered into the hole.
•Apprise the Driller of mud condition and pumping equipment conditions.
•Relieve drilling crew members as necessary during special operations.
•Know the location of all the well control equipment, blowout preventer (BOP), accumulator, and firefighting equipment, and understand completely their operation and maintenance.
•Maintain periodic check on mud weight, viscosity and add mud or chemicals as directed by the mud engineer.
•Assign the drilling crew to various work details as needed.
•Assist the Driller in handling day-to-day rig activities, maintenance problems and mud problems.
•Relieve the Assistant Driller or Driller as required, supervise and assist in mud room activities.
•Complete all paperwork as directed by the Driller.
•Encourage appropriate professional development and training opportunities for employees.
Maintenance
•Maintain a clean and orderly pump room and pit room.
•Apply Preventative Maintenance Program for crown block, traveling block and all other derrick equipment.
•Perform general duties around the pit and pump rooms which may include but not limited to the following:
o Perform housekeeping rig as required, such as keeping the pit and pump rooms clean and clear of all tools and unnecessary equipment.
o Keep BOPs washed down
o Keep shale shaker and de-sander clean when in use.
•Perform necessary maintenance on the shale shaker and mud pumps.
•Become familiar with blowout and shut-in procedures.
•May be required to do rig and equipment maintenance such as chipping, scraping, painting, scrubbing, and cleaning.
•Safely and efficiently perform all duties assigned during maintenance operations.
•Assist in keeping the deck of the rig free of all unnecessary tools and equipment.
•Relieve the Assistant Driller as assigned in order to gain experience for promotion.
•Assist in maintaining the general appearance of the drilling rig.
Reports to: Driller
Direct Supervision
•Drill crew as assigned by Driller
Indirect Supervision
•None