Driller, Rig Hand

Rig Workers Needed in CO, WY & UT:
Training, $25/hr to $32.50/hr & up (Per Diem, Lots of Paid OT)

Patterson-UTI is currently hiring Floor hands, Derrickhands, Drillers & Rig managers for the lower Rockies region including Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming.

Per Diem & Lots of paid overtime available on a 14/14 rotation or 7/7 rotation.

Pay ranges from $25 to $36.50 per hour for hands and drillers & $134,500/yr starting for rig managers.

Assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and assisting in drilling activities. The Floorhand is responsible for making drill pipe connections and tripping pipe in/out of the drilling hole.

Responsible for generators, equipment, and systems that power the rig and drilling activities. Additional responsibilities include off‑loading materials, maintaining equipment, and assisting in rig up and rig down. The Motorhand works closely with and oversees Floor hands on the rig floor, assists the Derrickhand as needed, and assists the Driller in day-to-day operations.

Responsible for the mud systems. This includes measuring mud weight and viscosity, mixing chemicals, and maintaining mud pumps, shakers, and tanks. Other responsibilities include steadying pipe during connections/disconnections and guiding pipe into and out of elevators. The Derrickhand works closely with and oversees the Floor hands and Motorhand and works under the supervision of the Driller and assists in day-to-day operations.

Responsible for monitoring well conditions and drilling parameters. Additional responsibilities include delegating tasks to Derrickhand, Motorhand, and Floor hands based on drilling activities. The Driller must be able to communicate with a variety of employees and third parties including Customer representatives and Directional Driller.

Responsible for every aspect of daily rig operations and supervises all employees working on the rig as well as drilling activities and rig equipment. This includes compliance with Company policies, rules and regulations, ensuring that employees and onsite personnel are working safely, planning maintenance and minimizing rig down time. The Rig Manager provides leadership, safety compliance and direction in resolving operational and personnel issues.

The Rig Manager is also responsible for planning and directing drilling operations, rig moves, as well as regular communication with Company personnel, third parties and Customer representatives.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Must be able to work in all types of weather. Some oilfield experience is preferred.