Field Laborer/Righand

Shaft Drillers; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Safety training provided

Job summary

A drilling company in Morgantown, WV, is seeking a full-time Rig Hand. The role involves general construction labor, equipment management, and adherence to safety standards outdoors. Candidates should possess basic construction experience and have a high school diploma or equivalent. This position requires lifting, climbing, and potential weekend assignments, providing a hands-on opportunity in the drilling field.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of construction or related experience required.
• Ability to communicate clearly with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to work outdoor in various weather conditions.
• Travel up to 100% required.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned tasks in line with company policies.
• Utilize hand tools and maintain work area.
• Assist with material storage and manage tools.
• Rig loads and use hand signals to direct equipment operators.
• Utilize erosion control methods to limit environmental impact on job sites.
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and shipping containers.
• Maintain work area and remove waste.
• Use cutting torches and welders.
• Assist with material storage.
• Flag traffic.
• Run parts and errands.
• Tool management and inventory.

Skills

Communication

Hand tools usage

Power tools usage

Learning and knowledge gain

Safety policy adherence

Safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

OSHA 10 preferred

Tools

General hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Rig Hand – Job Description

North American Drillers LLC

Company

North American Drillers LLC

Position

Rig Hand

Department

Operations

Location

Shop - Morgantown, WV
Field Assignments - As assigned

Status

Full-Time (Non-Exempt)/At-Will

Purpose

Under the direction of the superintendent, the Laborer will complete assigned tasks in accordance and compliance with company polices and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• General construction related labor
• Utilize hand tools to execute assigned tasks
• Lift and carry tools and materials
• Rig loads and use hand signals to direct equipment operators
• Utilize erosion control implements to limit environmental impact on job sites including: water bars, silt fence
• Load and unload trucks, trailers, and shipping containers
• Maintain assigned work area and remove waste from the area
• Use of cutting torches and welders
• Assists with material storage
• Flagging traffic
• Run parts and errands
• Tool management and inventory

Physical Requirements

• The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
• Walking, stepping, climbing or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting into and out of equipment through the use of vertical mounted ladders up to and including 10’ or more in height.
• Visually seeing equipment operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses).
• Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing or sitting for long periods of time.
• Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work.
• Climbing vertical ladders.
• Working at elevated heights.
• Lifting 50 lb. objects as required.
• Carrying 50 lb. objects as required.
• Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.
• Remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.
• Exposure to working outdoors in all-weather conditions.
• Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including weekend assignments as required.

Experience

0-2 years of construction or related experience.

Skills

• Ability to clearly communicate with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, machines, equipment.
• Ability to learn and gain knowledge.
• Ability to follow work orders or receive instructions.
• Ability to adhere to Safety policies and procedures.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, but not required.

Licenses or Certifications

OSHA 10 Preferred

Travel

Up to 100% required

EEO

Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabilities and protected veteran status.

Accessibility

If you need an accommodation to complete the application process please contact Human Resources at
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

The Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.