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The Well Service Floorhand & Derrickhand is responsible for the Rig Derrick, its security, maintenance and safety. This job is performed from the tubing board or rod basket.
$20-$24 an hour
- Works in a safe, healthy, and environmentally protective manner
- Inspects and verifies that derrick’s locking mechanisms are properly engaged
- Maintains and inspects climbing devices and fall prevention equipment
- Works in the derrick on tubing board and rod basket when tripping pipe
- Operates pump and understands the workings of the valves and manifold
- Verifies that the derrick is properly scoped out
- Verifies the derrick is properly anchored and the derrick escape devices are properly deployed
- Inspects and maintains the crown sheaves
- Verifies that tubing board and rod basket is properly deployed
- Supports the training of the Trainees and Floorhands
- Assists in daily maintenance and housekeeping
- Reports and corrects any unsafe work practices and safety hazards
- 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
The 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
- 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
- Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary servicing
- Works in a manner that insures personal safety and the safety of fellow crewmembers
- Maintains a professional, effective, and polite relationship with other Ensign employees and suppliers
- Strives continuously to develop a greater knowledge of the total operations, including the duties and responsibilities of each position
- 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 thru on instructions
- Prior experience in oil field, heavy industry, or construction is beneficial
- 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
