Derrickhand

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Derrickhand oversees some of the machinery on the rig and is responsible for the conditioning of drilling fluid and the circulation machinery. The Derrickhand works with the mud systems, monitors weight and mixes weight properly while reporting any changes. The Derrickhand mixes chemicals, monitors pump manifolds and communicates with the Engineer and Driller. The Derrickhand is responsible for working the top section of the derricks for inspections, racking pipe in the derricks and making connections.

• Actively participates in the promotion of Quality, Health, Safety and Environment policies and ensures safe working practices and conditions.
• Reports immediately any incident or accident.
• Attends daily safety meetings.
• Maintains an up to date training schedule as per requirements.
• Participates in pre-task safety meetings prior to any tasks that require them.
• Maintains a solid understanding of all equipment and operational policies and procedures.
• Executes tasks as they are provided by senior crew members.
• Maintains progressive training for the crew.
• Ensures communication of all activities being conducted is maintained between any parties participating in the function.
• Ensures all tasks are being completed in a safe and efficient manner.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience operating heavy machinery preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in the field as a Derrickhand or higher position.
• Loader Training.

• Ability to read, write, and speak English and comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions in English.

• Ability to stay alert and attentive for up to 16 or more hours a day to make safe decisions and use proper judgment.

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as per the operation, including steel-toed boots, safety glasses, hard hat, work gloves, chemical apron and gloves, approved respiratory device, face shield, goggles, protective hearing devices, safety harness.
• Ability to perform work outside with prolonged exposure to hot or cold environments, and may also involve prolonged exposure to wet or damp conditions (working in rain, snow, and sleet).
• Ability to have reliable transportation and arrive on time to the assigned worksite.
• Ability to work the rig’s rotational schedule of 14/14 or 20/10, including holidays, weekends, and/or days and/or nights.

Wage: $37.00/hr.

AKITA offers comprehensive benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision PPO, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance/ADD, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Safe Harbor 401k plan.