Brief Description:

The Floorhand 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. This is an entry-level job that provides initial introductory training and substantial on-the-job training.

Detailed Description:

Lift and place slips weighing approximately 150 pounds with another person frequently during the tour work shift

General upkeep of the rig and drilling floor; includes regular sweeping, shoveling, cleaning, painting, washing of equipment and related housekeeping duties

Clean and general upkeep of the rig and drilling floor; includes regular painting, washing of equipment and related housekeeping duties

Use iron roughneck, slips, and tongs to properly handle and connect / break sections of drill pipe

Assist in rig moves: help with rig-up / rig-down, nipple up and down blowout preventers, assist with general assembly and maintenance and help prepare new location

Regularly check rig and equipment for any problems and safety issues on an ongoing basis

Assist with inspecting, slipping and cutting drilling line

Responsible for picking up and laying down tubulars, attaching or detaching pick- up lines, and the hook up and tear out of flare and degasser lines

Assist Motorhand with preventative maintenance and repairs of equipment and motors, pipe, and off-loading materials as well as checking / changing oil and coolant on engines

Assist Derrickhand with watching and maintaining shakers, mud pits and pumps

Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times which could include but is not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, coveralls, work gloves, respirator, and hearing protection

Inspect safety equipment and PPE for wear and replacing as needed

Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects

Work in a heavy industrial environment which includes working around constantly moving overhead machinery, being in close proximity to loud equipment and handling potentially hazardous chemicals

Take initiative and work independently during downtime

Support other crew members by carrying supplies, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and other additional tasks as assigned

Other duties as assigned that may be outside of this job description

Job Requirements:

Ability to 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

Able to repetitively climb steep stairs and be able to lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces

Must be comfortable working at heights (50 ft. or greater) for extended periods of time

Stay alert and focused up to 12.5 hours while performing repetitive and routine activities

Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the tour work shift

Prior experience or ability to use heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools

Ability to safely lift and carry 50 pounds independently and repetitively climb steep stairs

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

Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties

Able to have accurate recall over short and long-term memory

Able to work closely with others in the confined area of the drilling rig and may live

Patterson-UTI Drilling Company LLC

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