Perform manual labor on drilling rigs: rig-up/rig-down, load/unload equipment, operate tools, assist drilling crew, maintain cleanliness, follow safety protocols, work in harsh Alaska conditions, pass physical/drug/background checks, complete required training, and be available on-call.
The job of the Roustabout is to safely and efficiently perform all manual labor tasks throughout the rig.
Location: Remote Drilling Sites, Alaska
Job Type: ON-CALL
Reports To: Rig Manager, Driller, and Field Superintendent
- Assist with rig-up and rig-down operations.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the rig and surrounding areas.
- Load, unload, and move materials and equipment using hoists, forklifts, or by hand.
- Operate and maintain hand and power tools.
- Assist in assembling and disassembling drilling equipment.
- Support drilling crew with tasks as directed by the Driller or Rig Manager.
- Monitor and report equipment or safety issues.
- Follow all safety protocols and participate in safety meetings and drills.
- Work in harsh weather conditions, including snow, ice, and sub-zero temperatures.
- Receive and follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
- Perform other duties as required by management.
Qualifications:
- 0–2 years of experience as a Roustabout for another drilling company.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
- Valid driver’s license preferred. - Real ID Compliant w/no restrictions
- Must have reliable transportation to the crew change point for assigned rig.
- Ability to successfully complete Roustabout Training at the Nabors Training Center.
Physical & Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to maintain good footing while standing and walking for a minimum of 4 hours at a time, including on steel decking and grating.
- Must be able to exert a push or pull force of up to 120 lbs. while holding tag lines during loading/offloading.
- Must be able to identify hand signals at a distance of 150 feet.
- Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the work shift while wearing PPE.
- Must be able to repetitively lift and carry items weighing 50+ lbs. up and down stairs or across distances up to 150 feet.
- Ability to wear respiratory protective devices as required.
- Attention span to remain alert and attentive for up to a 12-hour tour, even during repetitive tasks.
Work Schedule & Conditions:
- ON-CALL
- Must be able to work and live with others in close quarters.
- Position may require occasional travel and field-based training.
- Operations-oriented role that may require being on-call, working overnights, and holidays.
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