Pit Watcher

calistacorp; Alaska; On-site; USD 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Calista is seeking a skilled roughneck to support the Winter Exploration season in Alaska. Responsibilities include general upkeep of drilling rig mechanical equipment, handling equipment on rig floor, and assisting with relocations to restore operation. The role requires working at heights, heavy lifting, and strong teamwork.

The start is December 2025 with a projected end in April 2026. Candidates should have at least one year on a diesel electric rotary rig, a High School Diploma, and the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain or currently hold North Slope Training Cooperative card.
• Minimum of one year on a diesel electric rotary drilling rig.
• Ability to operate hopper and viscosity testing equipment.
• Must be functionally literate in reading, writing and basic math.
• Familiarity with oilfield-related equipment and procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• General upkeep of drilling rig mechanical equipment.
• Handle equipment and pipe on rig floor.
• Assist in preparing the rig for relocations and to become operational again.
• Work at heights over 30 feet.
• Operate all floor equipment.
• Connect or disconnect hydraulic or mechanical fittings.
• Perform tasks with hand tools, pipe wrenches and power tongs.
• Guide uncoupled tubing from well hole to racking boards for long periods.
• Work closely with service companies in completion, servicing, and drilling.
• Perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Keep rig and floor clean and tools in proper place.
• Maintain safe working habits and work as a team.
• Perform any other duties assigned.

Skills

Diesel electric rig experience

Rig management communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hydraulic fittings

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Must have good understanding of mud systems and their complexities. This position requires a high level of attentiveness and concentration. The position requires a good line of communication to and from all positions concerned in mud control. This position also requires heavy lifting and prolonged standing.

This position is expected to support the Winter Exploration 2025-2026 season, with an anticipated start date of December 2025 and an end date in April 2026.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• General upkeep of drilling rig mechanical equipment.




• Handles equipment and pipe on rig floor.




• Assists in preparing the rig for relocations and to become operational again.




• Works at heights over 30 feet.




• Operates all floor equipment.




• Connects or disconnects hydraulic or mechanical fittings.




• Performs many job functions relating to the use of the hand tools, pipe wrenches and power tongs.




• Guides uncoupled tubing from well hole to racking boards or pegs for long periods of time.




• Works closely with service companies in the completion, servicing, and drilling of wells.




• Performs minor maintenance on tools and equipment, i.e. changing tools and equipment, dies in tongs, changing worn hydraulic hoses on power equipment.




• Keeps rig and floor clean, tools in proper place.




• Must keep safe working habits and work as a team.




• Performs any other duties that may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Conducts his job duties in compliance with Nordic HSET/HSE policies.




• Works toward achieving Nordic’s annual HSET goals.




• Assists Rig Management in identifying operational non-conformances at the rigsite.




• Reports any spills on pad to Rig Manager’s office immediately- including oil, water, glycol, drilling mud, dry mud products, etc.




• Notifies Rig Manager of any environmental non-compliances immediately.




• Reports any property or environmental damage by third-party vendors to Rig Manager’s office immediately.




• Encourages rig personnel to report any unsafe work conditions or practices and any environmental non-compliances immediately to supervisors.




• Assists in development and implementation of standard operating procedures.




• Assists in maintaining waste management tracking system and hazardous waste determinations.




• Assists in completing daily spill champion activities log.




• Assists in any internal audits as necessary.




• Assists Driller in daily rig site duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent




• Ability to obtain or currently hold North Slope Training Cooperative card.




• Must have a minimum of one year’s experience on a diesel electric rotary drilling rig.




• Must be able to operate hopper ad viscosity testing equipment.




• Must be functionally literate, able to read, write, and perform basic math.




• Familiarity with oilfield-related equipment and procedures preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Inside enclosed oil rig and outside in elements. Hazardous conditions may include a wet, oily, icy steel floor, noise, steam.

PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Frequently: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending Over, Pushing or Pulling, Talking, Grasping, Lifting 25 lbs. or less, Carrying 25 lbs. or less, Eye/Hand coordination

VISUAL ACUITY:

Frequently: Distance vision (clear at 20' or more), Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus). Continuously: Close vision (clear at 20" or less), Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and special relationships).

MENTAL EFFORT:

Frequently: Discriminating colors. Continuously: Thinking analytically, Using effective verbal & written communication, Handling stress & emotions, Concentrating on tasks, Remembering details, Making decisions, Adjusting to changes, Examining/observing details.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Frequently: Working w/others, working alone.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT:

Preference will be given to Calista Shareholders and their descendants and spouses, and to Shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2003-2(i).Additionally, Nordic Calista's policy is to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, Nordic Calista's policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

It is Nordic Calista's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.