Rig Floor Mud Technician

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

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.