Derrickhand - Appalachia

Job description

Job Description: Derrickhand Location: Regional: Brief Description: The Derrickhand is 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 Floorhands and Motorhand and works under the supervision of the Driller and assists in day-to-day operations. Detailed Description: Stand or stand and walk for a minimum of 3.5 hours and up to 12 hours without being able to sit and while wearing steel-toed boots Frequently climb steep stairs: Frequently climb ladders and work while wearing a harness on an elevated platform Independently use heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools Utilize proper hand signals when working on the board to communicate with others Work independently while staying on task for the majority of the tour work shift Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English as well as understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English Take initiative...