Take direction from the Driller and Assistant Driller/Derrickman.
Carry out the maintenance and cleaning of the drill floor and all drilling equipment.
Wear PPE at all designated times
Perform all manual labor tasks on the drilling floor and B.O.P. area. Includes:
- The operating of the tongs, slips and spinner hawk to connect and disconnect drilling pipe, tubular and drilling bits or tools as well as performing all maintenance of the equipment and physical space of the drilling floor.
- It further includes right up and down procedures, nipple up and down and care of the B.O.P. system, the monitoring and operation of the shakers and when called up to do so, to assist the Derrickman within the mud pit, mud pump and chemical sack rooms.
- The Floorhand is responsible for the housekeeping activities on the drill floor including washing and painting.
- When trained, the Floorhand will provide relief for the Derrickhman
During tripping operations, Floorhands assists with the safe and efficient makeup/break out of the drill string.
Minimum Education:
• It is essential to have knowledge of commonly used: concepts, practices and procedures
• Have knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements associated with drilling operations. The Floorhand must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties.
• Fluent in English (desirable)
