Seventy Seven Energy

Driller - South, Texas

LocationVictoria, TX
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Job Description


Detailed Description:

Stand or sit at the Driller’s console for up to 12 hours with minimal ability to leave the Driller’s cabin
Occasionally climb steep stairs and walk on steel grating and decking, which may be slick. Additionally, the Driller will be walking on boards, gravel, dirt, mud, ice, and snow.
Manually operate equipment at Driller’s console, which consists of touchscreens, buttons, keyboard, joystick, and levers
Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties
Utilize proper hand signals when working from the cabin to communicate with other rig employees
Accurate recall over short and long-term memory
Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to operate drilling equipment, be aware of other workers’ location in relation to drilling activities, and safely move around work environment with many moving objects
Stay continuously alert and focused up to12.5 hours while independently performing repetitive and routine activities and be able to remain calm and continue working in the event of a problem situation
Make sound and quick decisions in a changing and hazardous environment
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
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
Take initiative and work independently during downtime
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
Oversee all drilling activities and monitor rig employees and third parties that are working on, entering or exiting rig floor
Performs the following functions from the Driller console: raising and lowering the drill stem; lowering casing into the well; making connections on the drill stem; controlling or running the mud pumps; controlling rotary table speed; and adjusting the weight on the bit
Follow established plan for drilling operations
Continually monitor well conditions and drilling parameters
Provide leadership, along with the Rig Manager, to delegate tasks, instruct, train, and develop all rig employees
Ensure regular maintenance of all equipment and machinery
Assist Rig Manager with preventing and solving problems to keep the rig operational
Communicate with Rig Manager, Company Man, and Directional Driller as necessary
Responsible for well control
General upkeep and housekeeping of the Driller’s cabin
General upkeep of the rig and drilling floor; includes regular sweeping, shoveling, cleaning, painting, washing of equipment and related housekeeping duties
Maintain daily logs of drilling activities and submit daily Tour Sheets
Supervise and direct rig crew, ensure that the Derrickhand maintains proper drilling fluid properties, and assist with rig up / down procedures
Support other crew members as needed, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and other additional tasks as assigned
Other duties as assigned that may be outside of this job description


Job Requirements

Demonstrate ability to successfully complete all duties of a Floorhand, Motorhand and Derrickhand
Must be able to use a computer and multiple monitors to track drilling activities
Must be able to utilize standard formulas and basic mathematical equations for well control calculations
Must be able to verbally communicate directions and expectations effectively to the rig crew and third parties
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
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)


Certification

Forklift Certification or willingness to complete Forklift Certification training within 60 days


Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
Valid Well Control Certification, IADC WellSHARP, or ability to obtain certification upon hire
Twelve (12) months of stable related work history
Six (6) months of experience as a Driller on a drilling rig
Six (6) months of experience as a Derrickhand on a drilling rig
Three (3) months of experience as a Motorhand or Floorhand on a drilling rig


Preferred Qualifications

Advanced education (e.g., college, trade school, etc.)
One year of previous drilling experience on an advanced technology rig

Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct work activities of other rig crew and third parties.


Work Environment

This position requires the Driller to work outdoors for an entire tour work shift in all kinds of weather conditions, including precipitation, cold / heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions. They will be exposed to the typical conditions of the local area where the rig is located. Southern states generally experience hot summers where temperatures range from 80° to low 100° with high humidity; winters have temperatures that generally do not go below 20°. Northern states generally have hot summers with similar conditions and have cold, windy winters, with low temperatures that can be as cold as -40°.


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Job Info

Job Identification 4412
Job Category Operations
Posting Date 02/17/2025, 05:46 PM
Apply Before 02/24/2025, 12:00 AM
Degree Level High School Diploma or GED
Job Schedule Full time
Job Shift Rotational
Locations 844 Bob White Road, Victoria, TX, 77905, US
Worker Type Employee

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