Drilling Services Operator

Florence Copper; Florence (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Florence Copper in Florence, AZ seeks a Drilling Services Operator to support drilling operations and assist with related activities. The role reports to the Drilling Superintendent and requires operating and coordinating with heavy equipment such as water trucks, vacuum trucks and telehandlers.

Responsibilities include moving supplies, maintaining a safe work environment per OSHA standards, performing routine maintenance, and troubleshooting drill services equipment.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in rig operations and maintenance.
• Experience in heavy equipment operations including water trucks, vac trucks and telehandlers.
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment troubleshooting repairs.

Responsibilities

• Move supplies and operate equipment in support of ongoing drilling operations.
• Support drilling operations while maintaining a safe work environment and follow all standards, policies and procedures, including OSHA standards.
• Perform routine maintenance, minor repairs and troubleshoot on drill services equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Utilize mobile equipment including a water truck, vacuum truck, telehandler, and other commercial vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Coordinate activities with other team members effectively.

Skills

Rig operations

Heavy equipment operations

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

Water truck

Vacuum truck

Telehandler

Job description

Job Title: Drilling Services Operator

Department: Drilling

Reports to: Drilling Superintendent

Location: Florence, AZ

Overview

Reporting to the Drilling Superintendent, the Drilling Services Operator will complete services associated in support of drilling operations and assist with various activities as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Move supplies and operate equipment in support of ongoing drilling operations.
• Support drilling operations while maintaining a safe work environment and follow all standards, policies and procedures, including OSHA standards.
• Perform routine maintenance, minor repairs and troubleshoot on drill services equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Utilize mobile equipment including a water truck, vacuum truck, telehandler, and other commercial vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Coordinate activities with other team members effectively.

Experience

• Proficiency in rig operations and maintenance.
• Experience in heavy equipment operations including water trucks, vac trucks and telehandlers.
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment troubleshooting repairs.

Work Environment

• Lifting and carrying large (50+ lbs) tools and equipment independently.
• Working in various weather conditions for long periods of time.
• Must work in compliance with the Florence Coppers site Health and Safety program.
• Must have a valid Drivers License, CDL is a plus
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening test and background check