Pit Watcher

Yulista Holding, LLC; Alaska; On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Yulista Holding, LLC is seeking personnel to support Winter Exploration in the Alaska region. The role involves keeping drilling rig equipment in reliable condition, handling heavy pipe on the rig floor, and assisting in relocations to ensure continuous operations from December 2025 through April 2026.

Candidates should have at least one year on a diesel electric rotary drilling rig, the ability to read and write, and readiness to work at heights over 30 feet in challenging Arctic conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Able to obtain or currently hold North Slope Training Cooperative card.
• A minimum of one year’s experience on a diesel electric rotary drilling rig.
• Must be able to operate hopper and viscosity testing equipment.
• Must be functionally literate, able to read, write, and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• 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 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, including changing tools, dies in tongs, and changing worn hydraulic hoses on power equipment.
• Keeps rig and floor clean, tools in proper place.
• Maintains safe working habits and works as a team.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

North Slope Training Cooperative card

Job description

Job Summary

Must have good understanding of mud systems and their complexities. This position requires a high level of attentiveness and concentration, good line of communication to and from all positions concerned in mud control, heavy lifting, and prolonged standing. It 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 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, including changing tools, dies in tongs, and changing worn hydraulic hoses on power equipment.
• Keeps rig and floor clean, tools in proper place.
• Maintains safe working habits and works as a team.
• Performs any other duties that may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Conducts 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 rig site.
• Reports 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 unsafe work conditions, practices, and environmental non‑compliances 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 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.
• A minimum of one year’s experience on a diesel electric rotary drilling rig.
• Must be able to operate hopper and 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, and steam.

Physical, Visual, Mental, and Environmental Demands

Physical effort: Frequently sitting, standing, walking, bending over, pushing or pulling, talking, grasping, and 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, peripheral vision, ability to adjust focus; continuously close vision (clear at 20" or less), depth perception. Mental effort: Frequently discriminating colors; continuously thinking analytically, using effective verbal and written communication, handling stress and emotions, concentrating on tasks, remembering details, making decisions, adjusting to changes, examining and observing details. Environmental factors: Frequently working with others and alone.

EEO Statement

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.