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Job Title: Floorhand (Experienced) Location: Regional Brief Description: The Floorhand assists the Motorhand, Derrickhand, and Driller in day-to-day rig operations. Major responsibilities include general maintenance and cleaning, checking the rig and equipment, and assisting in drilling activities. The Floorhand is responsible for making drill pipe connections and tripping pipe in/out of the drilling hole. Detailed Description: Frequently lift and place slips weighing approximately 150 pounds with another person during the tour work shift General upkeep of the rig and drilling floor; includes regular sweeping, shoveling, cleaning, painting, washing of equipment and related housekeeping duties Use iron roughneck, slips, and tongs to properly handle and connect / break sections of drill pipe Assist in rig moves: help with rig-up / rig-down, nipple up and down blowout preventers, assist with general assembly and maintenance and help prepare new location Regularly check rig and equipment for any problems and safety issues Assist with inspecting, slipping and cutting drilling line Responsible for picking up and laying down tubulars, attaching or detaching pick- up lines, andthe hook up and tear out of flare and degasser lines Assist Motorhand with preventative maintenance and repairs of equipment and motors, pipe, and off-loading materials as well as checking / changing oil and coolant on engines Assist Derrickhandwith watching and maintaining shakers, mud pits and pumps 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 Inspect safety equipment and PPE for wear and replace as needed Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects 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 Take initiative and work independently during downtime Support other crew members by carrying supplies, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and other additional tasks as assigned Work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties Other duties as assigned that may be outside of this job description Job Requirements: Ability to stand and walk while wearing steel-toedboots and PPE for a minimum of 3.5 hours andup to 12 hours without being able to sit 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 Able to stay alert and focused up to 12.5 hours while performing repetitive and routine activities Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout thetour work shift Prior experience or ability to use heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English as well as understandand promptly follow verbal andwritten 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 have accurate recall over short and long-term memory Able to work closely with others in the confined area of the drilling rig and may live together in crew quarters 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 willin