Floorhand (m/w/d)

Job Description

Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, Ormat is a leading geothermal company and the only vertically integrated company solely engaged in geothermal and recovered energy generation (REG), with the objective of becoming a leading global provider of renewable energy.

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting in the safe and efficient operations of the rig and carrying out a variety of physical activities on the drilling rig floor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Strictly adhere to and enforce all safety procedures
• Responsible for immediate reporting to Driller of all accidents and incidents
• Responsible for assisting Derrickman with the mud pump and drilling fluid system maintenance
• Responsible for assisting Motorman with essential functions of drilling operations
• Must be able to train and later act as a Motorman in the Motorman’s absence
• Responsible for tripping pipe and making connections
• Responsible for assisting with the mud mixing
• Assist with keeping equipment and rig in safe and good working order
• Responsible for keeping rig, equipment, and location clean
• Responsible for operating forklifts, heavy equipment and auxiliary equipment
• Must be able to travel extensively to other locations, including rural areas, other states and internationally, to work where the rig is operating
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays when necessary
• Must be able to work overtime when necessary

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist other employees in completing assigned tasks
• Perform other duties as directed

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• The ability to understand procedures and instructions to the areas of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school
• Must have basic knowledge and understanding of mechanical operations
• Must have mechanical knowledge of equipment
• Must have the ability to follow instructions and work in cooperation with others
• Must be able to safely operate a forklift, heavy equipment and auxiliary equipment
• Must be able to communicate in English with other employees and read and write at a level that will enable to perform the work in a safe and efficient manner
• Must be able to communicate verbally and visually in a clear and effective manner including in noisy and low illumination environments
• Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner
• Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s auto insurance carrier

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This job requires sitting approximately 10% and standing up to 90%
• The ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly
• Must be able to wear any required protective equipment, as required by safety procedures and regulations
• Must be able to frequently climb to and work off of elevated platforms, ladders and walkways
• Must be able to work at extreme heights and in confined spaces
• This job requires standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling
• Must be able to work in severe weather conditions

Additional information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Retirement
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness programs