Driller

Job Description

This position is responsible for operating the controls of the rig, acting as the rig lead, and reports to Rig Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Strictly adhere to and enforce all safety procedures.
• Responsible for immediate reporting to Rig Supervisor of all accidents and incidents.
• Responsible for overseeing the mobilization, set up and break down of equipment.
• Responsible for the safe operation of the rig and supporting equipment.
• Act as the rig lead during rig operations.
• Must be able to train and later act as a Rig Supervisor in the Rig Supervisor's absence.
• Responsible for carrying out the directions of the Rig Supervisor and Company Man.
• Act as the safety leader for the crew.
• Oversee the maintenance of the rig equipment.
• Responsible for training the crew on proper safety, operational procedures and cross training to cover each other.
• 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.

Requirements

• The ability to understand procedures and instructions to the areas of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school.
• Must have 2 years of experience in the mechanical operations and procedures of a drilling and/or work over rig.
• Must know and understand drilling fundamentals.
• Must possess excellent team leadership, communication skills and supervisory experience.
• The ability to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
• The ability to think quickly and respond to changing situations.
• 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 safely operate a forklift, heavy equipment and auxiliary equipment.
• 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 30% and standing up to 70%.
• 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.
• This job requires standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling.