Floorhand for Drilling Rig (West Texas, New Mexico, USA)

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 
Stay alert and focused up to 12.5 hours while performing repetitive and routine activities 
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 work closely with others in the confined area of the drilling rig and may live together in crew quarters 
Work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties 
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 in any location in the southern region which could include East Texas, South Texas, or West Texas.
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

Minimum Qualifications: 
6 months of stable work history 

Preferred Qualifications: 
1 year stable related work history (e.g., farming, ranching, construction, heavy equipment or other trade) or military service  
High School Diploma or GED equivalent