Job SummaryWork under the direction of the Driller as necessary to support on-going rig operations.
Operate/Monitor rig equipment and support systems under the direction of the Driller.
Implement and uphold safety and environmental compliance requirements.
Perform general drilling rig operations, maintenance, and house-keeping duties and material preservation activities under the supervision of the Driller.
Assist other personnel as directed.Qualifications• High School Diploma or equivalent.• Completion of Floorman/Derrickman Training Course.• Minimum 1 year experience as Derrickman is desirable.• Completion of Assistant Driller competency requirements.Essential FunctionsDrilling Operations• Must have completed orientation process and be familiar with all company safety policies andprocedures as outlined in the safety handbook.• Safely and efficiently perform all duties assigned by the Driller during drilling, workover andcompletion operations.• Ensure all operations are proceeding in a safe manner, and responsible for correcting or notifying responsible person of any unsafe acts and/or conditions which exist.• Attend and participate in pre-tour, post tour, special operations and weekly safety meetings.• Under supervision of the Driller, control actual drilling operations, depending on formationsencountered, drilling efficiency, and problems encountered.• Under supervision of the Driller, make trips as necessary to change bits, tools, and drill stringlength.• Report to Driller any unusual occurrences encountered such as rate of penetration, mudweight,loss of circulation or other changes in hole condition.• Participate in regular shut-in drills with all members of the drill crew.
Be able to recognize pressure problems with the hole.
Know how to line up choke manifold and stand pipe.
Recognize kicks, shut the well in and circulate out.• Responsible for slipping and cutting drill line.• String up and string down the block.• Assist service personnel and coordinate drill crew during operations.• Assist the Driller in directing and supervising the drill crew depending on operations being carried out.• Maintain a continuous log on the well's history, which includes all equipment used in the well, number of drill pipe joints, special tools used, problems encountered, drilling rate and downtime.• Maintain all paperwork required by Noble as well as government and operator requirements.• Assist in the continuous training and development of subordinate personnel through on-the-job training or other training as deemed necessary by Noble.• Responsible for the drill crew working in a safe manner and with proper safety equipment.• Provide leadership and direction for less experienced rig personnel.• Encourages appropriate professional development and training opportunities for employees.Maintenanceand Repair• Maintain good housekeeping on the drill floor atall times.• Maintain upkeep of tongs, rotary, drawworks and other drill floor accessoryequipment.• Maintain drill floor inventory control of chains, rope, and other rig supplies.• Assist in supervising the preventative maintenance program to drilling equipment and accessories on the rig floor including shale shakers, mud pumps, elevators, slips and other relatedequipment.