Job Description

Derrickhand - CO, WY, UT Region
Fruita, CO, United States

Patterson-UTI Drilling

The New Standard for Drilling Performance

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.

Internal applicants will have at least 3 months of experience as a Motorhand and the external applicant will have at least 3 months of Derrickhand experience

Preferred Qualifications

6 months of experience as a Derrickhand
High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Rate of Pay: Starting at $32.50/hr.

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