Job Description

The Derrickhand position is deemed to be a \xe2\x80\x9cSafety Sensitive\xe2\x80\x9d position due to the proximity of heavy industrial machinery. A Derrickhand handles the uppermost section of the drilling string as it is brought from or lowered into the wellbore or drill hole. A Derrickhand oversees some of the machinery on the rig and is responsible for the conditioning of the drilling fluid and the circulation machinery.The Derrickhand spends 25% of his time up the rig\'s derrick and plays the lead role in stacking and guiding pipe as it is tripped in and out or reconnected into the hole. A Derrickhand works with the mud systems, monitors weight, and mixes weight properly while reporting any changes. The position requires mixing chemicals, monitoring pump manifolds, and most importantly, good communication with the Driller and the Engineer.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:\xc2\xa7 Assist Driller with equipment maintenance specifically related to the circulating system.\xc2\xa7 Assist with pipe guiding while positioned in the derrick and climb the derrick.\xc2\xa7 Observe and maintain proper drilling fluid characteristics, rate of fluid circulation, mud handling equipment and preventative maintenance programs.\xc2\xa7 Work on or above the drilling floor, and guide drilling pipe during the tripping process.\xc2\xa7 Ensure usage of proper safety equipment.\xc2\xa7 Ability to follow directions, comply with company guidelines and work safely.Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:\xc2\xa7 Ability to work safely and plan.\xc2\xa7 Strong Leadership skills.\xc2\xa7 Ability to work in a team setting.\xc2\xa7 Strong communication and organization skills.\xc2\xa7 Strong Mechanical aptitude and Manual dexterity.\xc2\xa7 Ability to judge distance and spatial relationships.Experience:\xc2\xb7 Previous hands-on experience in all positions up to and including DerrickhandCertifications and Licenses:\xc2\xa7 Valid H2S Alive Certification.\xc2\xa7 Valid CSO Certification\xc2\xa7 Standard First Aid Level C CPR\xc2\xa7 Loader Operator certification\xc2\xa7 Confined Space Entry and Rescue\xc2\xa7 Fall Protection and Fall Rescue for rig work\xc2\xa7 Must possess a valid driver\'s license and reliable transportationPhysical Demands: Working on a drilling rig comes with many physical demands and a commitment to a safe work environment. A rig worker is exposed to all weather conditions, long hours and rigorous physical demands. Horizon Drilling is committed to ensuring rig workers meet these physical demands by having each employee complete a substance screening and strength and mobility test before them being hired. Rig workers should be able to successfully lift 90 lbs., work 12-hour shifts in extreme weather conditions and can work in a team environment. Horizon Drilling is dedicated to the continuous improvement of safety.#ZR

Horizon Drilling