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Floorhand - Casing

Job Details

Gardendale, TX
Full Time
None
$18.00 - $24.00 Hourly
Swing

Description

Job Summary:

The Floorhand is part of the crew that works on a service rig and is responsible for servicing oil and gas wells. The duties of the Floorhand include assisting in rigging-up and rigging-down, running pipe and casing, and other functions specified by the customer or well operator. All duties are to be performed according to standard operating procedures in order to maximize the safety of all personnel at the work site and to most efficiently perform the task. The Floorhand may be required to work in the derricks or operate the rig if needed and qualified. The Casing Crew Floorhand is to assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of casing in oil and gas wells on drilling rigs and pulling units. This role ensures the integrity and safety of the well by being part of a team of casing crew members and coordinating activities on the job site.

Essential Functions of Job:

  • Lift, operate, rig-up and down the components of the rig and other equipment used on the location
  • Required to position, lift, attach, install and work with casing, drill pipe and associated well equipment such as pumps, swivels, catwalks, etc
  • Operate tongs, elevators, and other related rig tools and equipment
  • Physically load and unload pipe or other materials without the use of tools or hoist equipment
  • Assists in rigging up and down, lining up the well service rig with the well
  • Sets hydraulic jacks, handles pads/boards and assists in attaching the guy wires to the anchor
  • Assists in picking up or laying down tubing, manually lifting the tubing from the rack onto the work floor or vice versa
  • Reports any safety hazards, accidents or maintenance issues to the rig supervisor
  • Ensures that work carried out is in compliance with company policies and procedures and according to safety regulations
  • Work on an elevated surface (tubing board) when needed
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

**Required Skills:**

- Experience in the oilfield, with drilling, with casing, with pulling unit, or as a roustabout.

- Excellent physical condition and strength. (Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.)

- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions. (Heat, cold, rain, etc.)

- Proficiency in using hand and power tools.

- Strong attention to detail and safety.

- Ability to work in a team environment.

- Excellent communication skills.

- Ability to follow direct instructions thoroughly and safely.

**Experience:**

**MUST HAVE**

- At least 1 year of experience working on a Casing Crew

OR 

- 1 year of experience on a Drilling Rig Crew

OR

- 1 year Oilfield Experience

Other requirements:

  • Valid drivers license highly preferred
  • Pre-employment drug screen
  • Pre-employment physical
  • Pre-employment MVR check

 

**Personal Traits:**

- Must be self-motivated and have a strong work ethic.

- Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure.

- Ability to work in an “On Call” 24/7 capacity.

- Ability to rise to challenges.

- Can adapt to an ever changing work environment.

- Be able to develop creative solutions to problems.

 

 

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