Floorhand

Energy Job Shop; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Rotational schedule

Job summary

Energy Job Shop is looking for reliable Floorhands in Midland, TX. This entry-level position involves assisting in drilling operations and performing maintenance tasks. Candidates will receive comprehensive training while working on a 14 days on/14 days off schedule, often in remote locations.

A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and candidates should be able to lift 50 pounds and work safely at heights. Join a hardworking team in the oil and gas industry!

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand and walk for up to 12 hours.
• Comfortable working at heights of 50ft or greater.
• Ability to repetitively climb steep stairs.
• Must have stable work history and drug testing compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day rig operations.
• Perform general maintenance and cleaning.
• Make drill pipe connections and tripping pipe.
• Assist in rig moves and general assembly.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Communication skills

Ability to work at heights

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Heavy-duty handheld tools

Long-handled tools

Job description

Floorhands Needed ASAP in Permian Basin (TX & NM) 14/14, Lots of OT

The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and assisting in drilling activities. The Floorhand is responsible for making drill pipe connections and tripping pipe in/out of the drilling hole. This is an entry-level job that provides initial introductory training and substantial on-the-job training.

Detailed Description:

• Lift andplaceslips weighingapproximately 150pounds withanotherperson frequentlyduringthetourwork shift
• General upkeepoftheriganddrillingfloor; includes regular sweeping, shoveling, cleaning,painting, washingofequipmentandrelatedhousekeepingduties
• Cleanandgeneral upkeepoftheriganddrilling floor; includes regularpainting, washingofequipmentandrelatedhousekeepingduties
• Useironroughneck, slips, andtongs toproperlyhandleandconnect/ break sections of drill pipe
• Assist inrigmoves: helpwithrig-up/ rig-down, nippleupanddownblowout preventers, assistwithgeneral assemblyandmaintenanceandhelppreparenew location
• Regularlycheck rigandequipmentforanyproblems andsafetyissues onan ongoingbasis
• Assist withinspecting,slippingandcuttingdrilling line
• Responsibleforpickingupandlayingdowntubulars,attachingordetachingpick- uplines, and thehookupandtearout of flareanddegasser lines
• Assist Motorhandwithpreventative maintenanceandrepairs of equipmentand motors, pipe,andoff-loading materials aswellas checking/ changingoil and coolant onengines
• Assist Derrickhand withwatchingand maintainingshakers,mudpitsandpumps
• Wear requiredPersonal ProtectiveEquipment (PPE)at alldesignatedtimes which could include but is not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, coveralls, work gloves, respirator, and hearing protection
• Inspect safetyequipmentandPPEforwearandreplacingasneeded
• Maintainspatialorientationandawareness tosafelymovearoundwork environment with manymovingobjects
• Work in a heavy industrial environment which includes working around constantly moving overhead machinery, being in close proximity to loud equipment and handling potentially hazardous chemicals
• Takeinitiativeandwork independentlyduringdowntime
• Support othercrewmembersbycarryingsupplies, ensuringcompliancewith safetyproceduresandotheradditionaltasksas assigned
• Other duties as assigned that may be outside of this job description

Job Requirements:

• Ability to standandwalk foraminimumof 3.5hours andupto12hours without beingabletositandwhilewearingsteel-toed boots
• Able to repetitivelyclimbsteepstairs andbeableto liftandcarry50pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
• Must becomfortableworkingat heights (50ft.orgreater)forextendedperiods of time
• Stayalert andfocusedupto 12.5hours whileperforming repetitiveandroutine activities
• Bend, stoop,kneel, twist, andcrawl throughout the tourwork shift
• Priorexperienceorabilitytouseheavy-dutyhandheldand long-handledtools
• Abilitytosafelyliftandcarry50pounds independentlyandrepetitivelyclimb steepstairs
• Demonstrateclearcommunicationskills includingabilitytoread, writeandspeak Englishas well as understand andpromptlyfollow verbal and writteninstructions inEnglish
• Clearvisiontojudgenearandfardistances tomaintainawareness of, watch, andreportongoingwork activities tocoworkers andthirdparties
• Able to have accurate recall overshort andlong-term memory
• Abletowork closely withothers intheconfinedareaofthedrilling rigandmaylive together increwquarters
• Work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties
• Willingto travel to andwork in remote locations on a rotational schedule whichconsists of 14days on/14days off, working12.5hourshifts that can includedays ornightsandas well as weekends andholidays
• Willing to work mandatory and unscheduled hours outside of your assigned schedule with little or no advanced notice
• Must be willing and able to attend and successfully complete classroom training and testing to qualify for a rig assignment
• Able to successfully meet pre-employment testing requirements which may include, without limitation, pre-employment drug and alcohol test(s) and background checks as well as drug and/or alcohol testing periodically during employment (subject to state and federal laws)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six (6) months of stable work history

PreferredQualifications:

• One (1) year stable related work history (e.g., farming, ranching, construction, heavy equipment or other trade) or military service
• 6 + months of experience working in a rig based position for drilling contractor
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent