Entry-Level Floorhand: Drilling & Rig Maintenance

Patterson-UTI Drilling Company, LLC; Bounce (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson-UTI Drilling Company, LLC seeks a Floorhand to support day-to-day rig operations on-site in the United States. You will assist the Motorhand, Derrickhand and Driller, perform general maintenance and cleaning, and help with drill pipe handling and trips.

This entry-level role provides initial training and substantial on-the-job instruction, emphasizing safety and teamwork on the drilling floor.

Qualifications

• Six months of experience as Floorhand on a drilling rig.
• One year of stable work history.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in rig operations, maintenance and cleaning; check rig and equipment.
• Make drill pipe connections and trip pipe in/out of the drilling hole.
• Support rig up/rig down and safety inspections.
• Wear PPE at all times and follow safety procedures.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Patterson-UTI Drilling Company, LLC seeks a Floorhand to support day-to-day rig operations on-site in the United States. You will assist the Motorhand, Derrickhand and Driller, perform general maintenance and cleaning, and help with drill pipe handling and trips.

This entry-level role provides initial training and substantial on-the-job instruction, emphasizing safety and teamwork on the drilling floor.