Oilfield Equipment Operator: Forklift & Loader

Yulista Holding, LLC; Alaska; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Calista Corporation in Alaska is seeking a forklift operator to load and unload equipment, keep the drill pad area free from snow, and assist on the drill rig, pipeshed, or shop as needed. The role requires operating forklifts, maintaining equipment, and ensuring inventory accuracy while following safety and HSE guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have forklift operation training, a valid driver’s license, basic math skills, and preferably familiarity with oilfield equipment; a pre-employment

Qualifications

• Must be trained to operate forklift.
• Current Driver’s license.
• Functionally literate, able to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Familiarity with oilfield-related equipment and procedures preferred.
• Employee must complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical function assessment.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift to load and unload equipment from floats and trucks and move materials around the yard.
• Maintain forklift: grease regularly, check fluids, oil changes, inspect for leaks, tire pressure, lights, and systems.
• Keep an organized inventory of equipment, mud tubulars, and materials; log and report shortages to Rig Manager.
• Ensure proper documentation accompanies shipments and materials; forward packing slips to Rig Manager.
• Maintain BOP skid and racks, keep rig location clean, and assist in drill rig, pipeshed or shop as needed.
• Provide relief on drill rig floor and assist Driller with daily rig site duties.

Skills

Operate forklift

Driver's license

Basic math

Oilfield familiarity

Job description

Calista Corporation in Alaska is seeking a forklift operator to load and unload equipment, keep the drill pad area free from snow, and assist on the drill rig, pipeshed, or shop as needed. The role requires operating forklifts, maintaining equipment, and ensuring inventory accuracy while following safety and HSE guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have forklift operation training, a valid driver’s license, basic math skills, and preferably familiarity with oilfield equipment; a pre-employment