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Nabors Assistant Driller - North Dakota in Williston, North Dakota

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.

Job Summary

· Assist the driller in organizing and planning work for the shift

· Take An active role in developing crew skills

· Communicate effectively with all parties

· Relieve Driller and operates within set drilling parameters

· Relieve Driller and operates within set tripping parameters

· Assist with preparation to run, land and cement casing

· Manage housekeeping and rig floor organization

· Assist with organizing and carrying out nipple up/down operations

· Operate and maintain draw works with specific limits

· Operate and maintain top drive/Kelly within specific limits

· Select, inspect, install and maintain correct handling tools for tubulars in use

· Assist the Driller with cut and slip procedure

· Operate and maintain accumulator, BOP and choke manifold in accordance with agreed procedures

· Function test and verify that all available safety devices are fit for use

· Function test and verify that Crown-O-Matic is fit for use

· Engage and operate mud pumps within set parameters

· Operate and use top drive/rotary controls

· Operate and monitor PVT System

· Operate and use draw works, weight indicator and auxiliary brake

· Proficient in operating controls of manual tongs

· Conduct flow check and react accordingly

· React in accordance to the posted well control procedure during well control drills or even

· Maintain pre-recorded well control date

· Monitor and record trip tank volumes during tripping operations and recognize volume deviation

· Assist the driller with BOP Test procedure

· Identify different grades of tubulars and thread types in use

· Use correct torque values in accordance with OEM specification

· Ensure proper OEM recommended care and maintenance

· Accurately record all tubular data prior to being run in the well

· Understand the permit to work system and comply with the conditions

· Assist in maintaining accurate pipe tally and BHA record

· Provide a detailed tour handover

· More than two years of experience on a drilling rig

· Certified in Well Control

· High School diploma or equivalent

· Pace Certified

· Demonstrate leadership qualities

Advance level of mechanical knowledge of rotary drill equipment, mud circulating systems, well shut-in procedures, ability to recognize signs of kick and loss

of fluid situations as well as the procedures for circulating kick out, i.e., trip tank level, pit level, and mud weight change. Also, good working knowledge

Preferred qualifications

· More than four years of experience on an AC drilling rig

Essential SKILLS / physical requirements / working conditions.

· Must be able to travel as needed.

· Working in all weather conditions

· Physical and cognitive ability and agility to perform the essential functions of this position

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Note: the physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting, standing, walking, lifting materials (max 50 lbs), carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, climbing using legs and arms, balancing, stooping, kneeling, repeated bends, crawling, reaching high and low, and repetitive wrist and hand movements. Hearing, seeing, and the ability of rapid mental coordination. Mentally alert for entire regular shift.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Note: the work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

· The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, field locations may be at a high level whereby appropriate hearing protection may be required.

· Field locations may range in temperature of below zero (0) to above one hundred (100) degrees, depending upon time of year, with varying levels of humidity.

· Field locations may be dusty, wet, or muddy depending upon weather conditions.

Job: OPERATIONS

Title: Assistant Driller - North Dakota

Location: United States Of America-North Dakota-Williston-(Nabors Drilling, USA) North Dakota

Requisition ID: 2400000S

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