Toolpusher

Archer Ltd; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Oiltools Ltd in Lafayette, LA, seeks an experienced Toolpusher to lead safe, efficient and compliant drilling, P&A, well-servicing and well-intervention operations offshore, supervising the rig crew and contractors.

You will oversee tripping, drilling, milling, BHA handling, cementing and temporary abandonment activities, ensure well-control readiness, inspect and maintain BOPs and pressure-control equipment, and drive adherence to the approved well program.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in a Toolpusher or supervisory rig role.
• Drilling contractor experience, including Plug & Abandonment.
• Experience supervising drilling, workover, cementing and temporary abandonment.
• Modular rig, snubbing or hydraulic workover units experience.
• Knowledge of cementing operations: volumes, displacement, mixing and pumping.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe, efficient and compliant drilling, P&A, well-intervention and well-servicing operations.
• Supervise the rig crew, contractors and associated operational activities.
• Oversee tripping, drilling, milling, BHA handling and rig moves.
• Ensure well-control readiness and maintenance of BOPs and pressure-control systems.
• Maintain operational records and support handovers, safety meetings and drills.

Skills

Leadership

Drilling supervision

Offshore operations

Safety culture

Troubleshooting

Job description

Key Responsibilities

The Toolpusher is responsible for leading safe, efficient and compliant drilling, P&A, well-servicing and well-intervention operations, including supervision of the rig crew, contractors and associated operational activities. Duties include oversight of tripping, drilling, milling, BHA handling, tubular management, rig-up/rig-down, rig moves and operation of drilling or modular rig equipment in accordance with the approved well program.

The role is accountable for well-control and pressure-control readiness, including installation, operation, inspection and maintenance ofBOPs, pressure-control equipment,high-pressure flow lines and related systems. The Toolpusher ensures wellbore pressuresare maintainedwithin safe operating limits andthat equipment use,maintenance andtesting remain aligned with Company, customer andregulatory requirements.

The Toolpusher leads andcoordinates crews during drilling, workover, P&A, well intervention, cementing and temporary abandonmentactivities. This includes planning and coordinating daily work, supporting handovers and meetings, assigning task-level priorities, verifying competency where required, and ensuring safe execution of tasks by employees, contractors and third-party personnel.

The role supports mud, fluid and cementing systems by ensuring pumping equipment, fluid handling, mud checks, chemical handling, shale shaker maintenance, cement mixing, displacement calculations and post-cementing clean-up are conducted safely and effectively. The Toolpusher is expected to provide practical operational guidance and maintain awareness of equipment condition and operational risks.

The Toolpusher promotes a strong safety culture by enforcing Company,customer and regulatory requirements; supporting Permit-to-Work, risk assessments, toolbox talks and safety meetings; ensuring correctPPEuse; maintaining good housekeeping; participating in drills, inspections and audits; and reporting incidents, hazards and equipment issues promptly.

The Toolpusher maintains accurate operational records, reports, handover documentation, tubular and BHA records, maintenance communications and other documentation required to support safe and efficient operations.

The position requires travel offshore via boat or helicopter and for extended periods of time.

Qualifications &Experience

Required US Certifications / Credentials:

Some certifications or credentials may be obtained after hire; however, the ability to obtain and maintain required certifications, credentials, offshore access requirements and customer/site requirements is a condition of employment.

• OPITO Tropical HUET with Compressed Air Emergency Breathing System
• Swing Rope / Personnel Transfer Training
• Fall Protection User & Rescue / Working at Heights
• Fire Fighting / Hot Work / Firewatch
• Qualified Rigger – API RP 2D (latest edition)
• First Aid / CPR / Bloodborne Pathogen Training
• H2S Awareness & Respiratory Protection
• IADC RigPass – SafeGulf and SafeLand
• IADC Well Control – Drilling Operations – Supervisor Level, Surface
• IADC Well Control – Workover/Completions – Supervisor Level, Surface
• Offshore Medical / Fitness for Duty
• Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

Experience:

• 2–3 years’ experience in an equivalent Toolpusher or supervisory rig role
• Drilling contractor experience, preferably including Plug & Abandonment
• Experience supervising drilling, workover, well intervention, cementing and temporary abandonment activities
• Modular rig experience, snubbing and/or hydraulic workover units
• Experience with hydraulic systems, diesel engines, pumping systems and basic electronic troubleshooting
• Strong knowledge of cementing operations, including volumes, displacement, mixing and pumping

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role, including standing for extended periods, climbing stairs and ladders, working at heights, lifting/carrying job-related equipment, wearing required PPE and working in outdoor field conditions, including exposure to extreme heat, cold, wind, rain and other environmental conditions.
• Must be able to travel offshore by boat or helicopter and work rotational schedules or extended offshore assignments as required.
• Subject to applicable company, customer and regulatory requirements, including drug and alcohol testing, safety training, site access requirements and fitness-for-duty standards.

Personal Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, coaching and mentoring skills
• Able to work independently and effectively as part of a team
• Good planning and time-management abilities
• Practical problem-solving skills
• Strong commitment to safety and operational discipline

Equal Employment Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation:

Archer Oiltools Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.