Derrickhand for Drilling Rig (Dickinson, ND,USA)

Job Description

Job Requirements:
Must be comfortable working at heights (50 ft. or greater) for extended periods of time
Able to repetitively climb steep stairs and be able to lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
Ability to frequently climb ladders and work while wearing a harness on an elevated platform.
Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English
Understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English; along with the ability to provide clear and understandable verbal, non-verbal and written direction to others in English.
Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of surroundings, work with moving pipe, watch and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties
Able to stay alert and focused up to 12.5 hours while performing repetitive and routine activities
Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects
Willing to travel to and work in remote locations on a rotational schedule which consists of 14 days on / 14 days off, working 12.5 hour shifts that can include days or nights and as well as weekends and holidays
Willing to work mandatory and unscheduled hours outside of your assigned schedule with little or no advanced notice
Must be willing and able to attend and successfully complete classroom training and testing to qualify for a rig assignment
Able to successfully meet pre-employment testing requirements which may include, without limitation, pre-employment drug and alcohol test(s) and background checks as well as drug and/or alcohol testing periodically during employment (subject to state and federal laws)

Minimum Qualifications
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

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