Water well Driller

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of this job description is to establish, define, and communicate the requirements of the Driller at Arthur and Orum Well Drilling, Inc. This document provides expectations, responsibilities, duties, and performance requirements for the position

BASIC FUNCTION

The Driller is responsible for the direct management and supervision of his drill rig and site. The key purpose of this position is to ensure the safe, accurate and timely completion of wells.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Driller Assistants report directly to the Driller

The Driller reports to, and is accountable to, the Drill Supervisor

REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to complete all areas outlined for this position in a satisfactory manner. Listed below is a representation of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities necessary to meet the minimum job requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent

Licensing, Registration and Certifications

Required: Valid State Driver’s License

Preferred: Valid State Driver’s Class A License

Experience

Preferred: Minimum of two (2) years-experience as a Driller Assistant

and three (3) years of Driller experience or

Five (5) years’ experience as a Driller and one (1)

year experience as a drill supervisor a construction

environment.

Preferred: Bi-lingual Spanish & English

Skill, Knowledge and Abilities

1. Knowledge of the drilling process

2. Ability to drive service truck and trailer

3. Ability to troubleshoot problems and ability to drill in all climates

and formations

4. Ability to safely operate a forklift, reverse rotary, mud rotary and

Air hammer rigs

5. Ability to operate a backhoe safely

6. The ability to organize, direct, control, and manage materials,

supplies, and personnel to accomplish the goals and objectives

7. Language ability to include reading, writing, spelling, and the

ability to communicate

8. Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner

9. Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

10. Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work

11. Proficiency in creating and leading high performing teams

12. Knowledge of the methods to motivate employees

13. Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

14. Knowledge of all mechanical aspects of the rig & ability to work

under pressure.

Physical

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for prolonged periods of time. He/She must have a full range of body movements including use of hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, equipment and peripherals. In addition, bending, reaching, and crouching are needed. The ability to frequently lift 50 pounds is required.

The employee must have command of all five senses: sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position works primarily outdoors and will require the employee to travel to project job sites in company vehicles. The employee will encounter varying climates and conditions, and may be exposed to inclement weather, and significant temperature swings. Workdays will be 10 hours per day but may require overtime (12+ hours) periodically. Workdays are 5-7 days per week with day and night shifts.

DUTIES, TASKS, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintain safety of site

2. Relocate drill rig between well sites.

3. Maintain all equipment on site (rig, compressor, truck which rig is

mounted on, backhoe, mud shaker, trailers, forklift)

4. Oversee the controls & functions of the rig at all times

(rotary table, control panel, hose, fittings, bentonite, oil, sump pit

drill pipe, drill bits)

5. Take samples of drill cuttings every 20 ft and log it in the drillers

log form

6. Maintain safe & steady drilling speeds

7. Perform repairs to the rig & all attached & detached equipment as

necessary

8. Order parts for equipment (if over $500 must have supervisor

approval)

9. Keep the customer updated on the job site of drilling conditions,

formations being drilled through & professional opinion for

duration of the job.

10. Oversee any and all individuals on the job site

11. Initiate, run & approve all pipe connections, casing lengths, (blank

& perf) gravel tonnage, & seal depths.

12. When necessary train drill hand on how to operate drilling rig

controls

Denotes an “Essential Function” of the position