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Hiring positions in Wyoming, Colorado and Northern New Mexico.
The Driller directly supervises the rig crew and operates the drilling rig.
$34.00 - 39.00 an hour
Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Operations
- Operates the draw works in the hoisting of the drill pipe and associated equipment in and out of the hole, maintains the proper characteristics, e.g. weight in the bit, rotary speed, pressure and volume or drilling fluid, while drilling operations are underway
- Directs the assembly and proper use of core barrels, reamers, testers, fishing tools, and other special equipment, as required
- Reads, interprets, and takes appropriate action as indicated by the various gauges, indicators and control devices on the rig
- Keeps an accurate record of footage drilled in tour book, maintains an exact tally of drill pipe and casing, and is responsible for the care of materials, equipment and spare parts necessary for normal operation
- Makes regular inspections of the rig to ensure that all safety and operating equipment, e.g. rails, guards crown savers on the rig are in good working condition
- Stays current on the condition of the drilling fluid and directs the Derrickhand accordingly
- Supervises the rigging-up, rigging-down or moving operations of the rig as directed by the Rig Manager
- Provides Rig Manager with information on parts required to maintain rig supplies
- Issues comprehensive instructions for maintenance to be done under the leadership of the Derrickhand and / or Motorhand
- Informs relief, at change of shift, of both routine and unusual information regarding the job
- Participates in all safety programs, processes and requirements
- Attends Operations Training up to two times per year and up to five days per training at designated locations
- Performs other duties as directed by management
Leadership
- Supervises, leads, motivates, directs and trains assigned crew
- Provides necessary direction and instruction for on the job training and development of all employees of assigned crew, under direction of the Rig Manager
- Completes bi-annual Performance Development Plans on crew members
- Serves as Team Leader and member of crew assuring high level of efficiency during trips and other team efforts
- Ensures all crew members personally sign out on Tour Sheet, absent extenuating circumstances
- Ensures any injured employee signs out on the Tour Sheet as having been injured; if the employee is unable to sign out, sign out on behalf of that employee, noting the injury
- Maintains good working relationship with customer representatives at the well, under the direction of Rig Manager
Safety
- Works in a safe, healthy and environmentally protective manner
- Leads or participates in crew safety meetings; utilizes all safety processes effectively
- Reports all injuries received by an employee on tour and ensures Accident Report forms are completed
- Reports and corrects any unsafe work practices and safety hazards
- Oversees compliance with Safety rules by all rig crew members
This employee must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Pass a post-offer physical examination, fitness testing, safety aptitude test, drug tests & background check
- Provide proof of and maintain proper legal authorization to work in the United States
- Arrange for reliable transportation to and from work and training locations
- Speak and read English well enough to understand verbal and written safety postings, alerts and announcements, communicate with co-workers and be able to participate in job safety analysis meetings
- Understands and is capable of reading all safety / training requirements and materials
- Knows fully the duties and responsibilities of a Derrickhand, Motorhand and Floorhand
- Performs the duties and responsibilities of a Derrickhand, when needed
- Understands rig components, instruments and equipment completely
- Understands bit selection, proper weight and speed for different formations thoroughly
- Understands hole conditions and potential problems
- Knows drilling string, types of joints, conditions of joints, shoulders, and threads completely
- Understands fully what is expected of them in event of a kick and the steps it takes to secure the well, including responsibilities of each crewmember
- Maintains good computer skills, including Microsoft Products
- Develops and exhibits competency of all Driller "Global Skills"
- Works in a manner that insures personal safety and the safety of fellow crewmembers
- Directs crew in a manner that fosters their personal safety
- Maintains a professional, effective, and polite relationship with other Ensign employees and suppliers
- Strives continuously to develop a greater knowledge of the total drilling operation, including duties and responsibilities of a Rig Manager
- Maintains good verbal communication skills
- Maintains good supervisory and leadership skills; develops all crew members
- Works well as a team player and demonstrates willingness to share knowledge to advance knowledge and skills of others
- Respects chain of command and follows through on instructions
- 4 - 5 years of ever increasing knowledge and responsibility on the rig having worked in all other crew positions or equivalent education training and experience
- High School diploma or GED is preferred
- Business Ethics - Understands fully Ensign's ethics policy and its application in all business dealings including contractual agreements and contract negotiations
- Business Policies - Understands and agrees to follow all of Ensign's Policy and Directives and procedures as set forth in the Ensign Company Policy and Basic Directives Handbook for Employees
- Certifications - Maintains technical and safety certifications required by company or government agencies; remains current on all OSHA, EUSD and other required training
- Drug-free workplace - Conforms to a drug-free workplace, not be under the influence of mind-altering prescription or non-prescription drugs, including alcohol and other drugs of abuse.
- Occupational Health and Safety - Understands fully the Ensign Health and Safety policy and self-responsibility for own health and safety at work; Demonstrates responsibility to avoid adversely affecting the health and safety of others through any act or omission
- Uses the correct protective clothing and equipment as provided by Ensign and guards against misuse or damage to such equipment
- Reports any hazardous situations arising in the workplace that cannot be self-corrected, or injury incurred during the course of work, no matter how minor
- Avoids injury resulting from manual handling tasks, by use of risk assessment, correct mechanical handling equipment and correct manual handling techniques
Ensign United States Drilling Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Ensign provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Ensign takes affirmative action to employ, advance in employment and otherwise treat qualified individuals without discrimination as required by law.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
