Derrickman

Archer Ltd; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Oiltools Ltd is seeking a Derrickman to support offshore drilling, P&A, and well-intervention activities. You will operate derrick and rig-floor equipment, manage mud and cementing processes, and help maintain safety records.

Role requires 2–3 years in derrickman or rig-floor operations, offshore mobility, and relevant safety certifications. Travel offshore by boat or helicopter is expected.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in Derrickman or rig-floor operations.
• Drilling contractor experience, preferably including Plug & Abandonment.
• Experience supporting drilling, workover, well intervention, cementing and P&A at rig-floor level.
• Modular rig experience and hydraulic workover units.
• Experience with hydraulic systems, diesel engines, pumping systems and rig-floor equipment.
• Strong knowledge of cementing operations including volumes and pumping.

Responsibilities

• Support safe, efficient drilling, P&A, well-servicing and well-intervention activities.
• Operate and maintain derrick equipment, tubular handling and mud/fluid systems.
• Assist with BOP installation, movement, testing and well-control readiness.
• Maintain equipment and records; report defects and risks promptly.
• Follow Permit-to-Work, risk assessments, toolbox talks and JSA; ensure safety compliance.
• Travel offshore by boat or helicopter and work extended rotations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

OPITO / Safety Certifications

Fall protection / Working at heights

Well control – Drilling (Surface)

Rigger – API RP 2D

First Aid / CPR / Bloodborne Pathogen

H2S Awareness & Respiratory Protection

IADC RigPass – SafeGulf and SafeLand

Offshore Medical / Fitness for Duty

Job description

Key Responsibilities

The Derrickman is responsible forsupportingsafe,efficientand compliant drilling, P&A, well-servicing andwell-intervention activities in accordance with the approved well program. Duties include safe work in the derrick and on the rig floor, tripping andhandlingtubulars, monitoring mud and fluid systems, supporting cementing operations, assisting with rig-up/rig-down and rig moves, and maintaining accurate operational andequipment records.

The role is responsible for the safe operation, inspection and maintenance of derrick equipment, tubular handling equipment, mud/fluid pumps, mud-processing equipment, hydraulic/manual tongs, floor equipment, working-at-height equipment and other critical safety equipment. The Derrickman ensures equipment is maintained in accordance with OEM, Company, customer and regulatory requirements.

The Derrickman supports well-control readiness by assisting with BOP installation, movement, testing support, pressure-control equipment handling and related well-control activities. The role maintains awareness of wellbore conditions, communicates changes promptly and supports the Driller in maintaining safe operating limits during drilling, workover, intervention and P&A operations.

The role supports mud, fluid and cementing systems by operating and maintaining mud/fluid pumps, monitoring pit levels, conducting basic mud checks, supporting mud preparation, chemical handling, shale shaker maintenance, cement mixing, displacement, pumping and post-cementing clean-up. The Derrickman maintains accurate equipment and parts records and reports equipment condition, defects and operational risks promptly.

The Derrickman plans and executes work in accordance with Permit-to-Work requirements, risk assessments, toolbox talks, Job Safety Analysis, lifting plans and applicable safety procedures. The role identifies hazards, implements controls, confirms personnel understand their responsibilities before work begins and ensures risks are reduced to ALARP.

The Derrickman promotes a strong safety culture by enforcing Company, customer and regulatory requirements; supporting Permit-to-Work, risk assessments, toolbox talks and safety meetings; ensuring correct PPE use; maintaining good housekeeping; participating in drills, inspections and audits; and reporting incidents, hazards and equipment issues promptly. The position requires travel offshore via boat or helicopter and for extended periods of time.

Qualifications &Experience

Required US Certifications / Credentials

Some certifications or credentials may be obtained after hire; however, the ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, credentials, offshore access requirements and customer/site requirements is a condition of employment.

• OPITO Tropical Helicopter Underwater Escape Training with Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System
• Swing Rope / Personnel Transfer Training
• Fall Protection / Working at Heights and Rescue Training
• Fire Fighting / Hot Work / Firewatch Training
• Qualified Rigger – API RP 2D (latest edition)
• First Aid / CPR / Bloodborne Pathogen Training
• H2S Awareness & Respiratory Protection
• IADC RigPass – SafeGulf and SafeLand
• IADC Well Control – Drilling Operations, Introductory Level – Surface
• Offshore Medical / Fitness for Duty
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Experience:

• 2–3 years’ experience in an equivalent Derrickman or rig‑floor operations role
• Drilling contractor experience, preferably including Plug & Abandonment
• Experience supporting drilling, workover, well intervention, cementing and temporary abandonment activities at rig‑floor level
• Modular rig experience, snubbing, pulling/jacking units and/or hydraulic workover units
• Experience with hydraulic systems, diesel engines, pumping systems, rig‑floor equipment and basic electronic troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of cementing operations, including volumes, displacement, mixing and pumping

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role, including standing for extended periods, climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, lifting/carrying job-related equipment, wearing required PPE and working in outdoor field conditions, including exposure to extreme heat, cold, wind, rain and other environmental conditions.
• Must be able to travel offshore by boat or helicopter and work rotational schedules or extended offshore assignments as required.
• Subject to applicable company, customer and regulatory requirements, including drug and alcohol testing, safety training, site access requirements and fitness-for-duty standards.

Personal Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, coaching and mentoring skills
• Able to work independently and effectively as part of a team
• Good planning and time-management abilities
• Practical problem-solving skills

Equal Employment Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation

Archer Oiltools Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.