USC - WE ARE HIRING! Well Service | California Region | Operator, Relief Operator, Derrickhand, Floorhand, and Trainee

The Well Service Team Member must express leadership techniques, down hole knowledge, management responsibilities and equipment maintenance with the goal of becoming an Operator and crew member.  Well Service – Trainee (USC) Bakersfield, California $18.00 an hour Well Service – Floorhand (USC) Bakerfield, California $23.00 - $29.00 an hour Well Service – Relief Operator (USC) Bakerfield, California $25.00 - $31.00 an hour Well Service – Operator (USC) Bakerfield, California $29.00 - $34.00 an hour Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities Works in a safe, healthy and environmentally protective manner Understands and is capable of performing the jobs of WS Trainee, WS Floorhand and WS Derrickhand Keeps a detailed work order book for billing practices Completes daily tickets & safety programs and forms Oversees and is responsible for the work site, well control, and others on location Oversees and is responsible for proper maintenance, upkeep and cleanliness of rig Operates the rig and fills in for the Operator when required Verifies proper rig up/down procedures, BOP operation and mud pump operation Assists Operator in managing and instructing the crews Fills out all daily time tickets and pipe tallys Oversees and is responsible for well site cleanup at end of day and end of job Maintains a positive relationship with the customer and third party contractors Reports and corrects any unsafe work practices and safety hazards Participates, trains and takes a leadership role in all safety programs, processes and requirements Attends Operations Training up to two times per year and up to five days per training at designated locations Performs other duties as directed by management Technical Competencies Understands and is capable of reading all safety / training requirements and materials Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary maintenance Behavioral Competencies Works in a manner that insures personal safety and the safety of fellow crewmembers Maintains a professional, effective, and polite relationship with other Ensign employees and suppliers Strives continuously to develop a greater knowledge of the total operations, including the duties and responsibilities of each position Works well as a team player and demonstrates willingness to share knowledge to advance knowledge and skills of others Respects chain of command and follows through on instructions Handles conflict with patience and professionalism  Education and Experience Understands all well service operations and procedures Understands all down hole situations Performs basic to intermediate math calculations High School diploma or GED is preferred Physical Requirements  At various times and under certain circumstances, any of the personnel on a Well Service rig may frequently be required to assist and participate in tasks which ordinarily are the primary responsibility of another member of the crew. Aerobic capacity, muscular strength, muscle endurance, joint range of motion and flexibility are requirements of all crew member positions. Tolerances: Tolerates extremes of temperature that could exceed 100 degrees F or fall below a minus 40 degrees F Tolerates adverse weather conditions Tolerates exposure to the elements and continuous vibration and elevated noise levels Works at heights up to and in the range of 112 feet Vision: Maintains depth perception to accurately sense distance Maintains peripheral vision to accurately see objects and detect motion at wide angles Hearing: Understands detailed verbal communications Detects subtle changes and discrimination in sound or sounds Communication: Recognizes and communicates hazards, alarms and warnings quickly Communicates ideas, instructions, questions, problems, solutions, and feelings accurately Physical: Stands weight bearing continuously for up to 12 hours at a time Walks and balances over equipment, slippery or uneven surfaces frequently Reaches below shoulder operating tongs/handling tools frequently Twists, crouches, squats, stoops, kneels, crawls occasionally / intermittently Maintains various body postures; bends frequently Lifts 50 lbs floor to waist up to 15 repetitions Carries 50 lbs front weight up to 60 feet Lifts 50 lb objects overhead up to 5 times in a row Pushes and pulls horizontal force of 100 lbs. for a distance of 50 feet Grips and holds repeatedly Wears applicable personal protection equipment including, but not limited to, a hard hat, safety toe boots, hearing protection, goggles, safety glasses and safety belts Mental: Remains mentally alert to the workplace surroundings for an entire shift Qualifications  The employee must: Be at least 18 years of age Pass a post-offer physical examination, fitness testing, safety aptitude test, drug tests & background check Hold a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle record check based on Ensign’s driving criteria Provide proof of and maintain proper legal authorization to work in the United States Arrange for reliable transportation to and from work and training locations Speak and read English well enough  to understand verbal and written safety postings, alerts and announcements, communicate with co-workers and be able to participate in job safety analysis meetings Other Accountabilities  Business Ethics – Understands fully Ensign’s ethics policy and its application in all business dealings including contractual agreements and contract negotiations Business Policies - Understands and agrees to follow all of Ensign’s Policy and Directives and procedures as set forth in the Ensign Company Policy and Basic Directives Handbook for Employees Certifications – Maintains technical and safety certifications required by company or government agencies; remains current on all OSHA, EUSD and other required training Drug-free workplace - Conforms to a drug-free workplace, not be under the influence of mind-altering prescription or non-prescription drugs, including alcohol and other drugs of abuse. Occupational Health and Safety – Understands fully the Ensign Health and Safety policy and self-responsibility for own health and safety at work; Demonstrates responsibility to avoid adversely affecting the health and safety of others through any act or omission Uses the correct protective clothing and equipment as provided by Ensign and guards against misuse or damage to such equipment Reports any hazardous situations arising in the workplace that cannot be self-corrected, or injury incurred during the course of work, no matter how minor Avoids injury resulting from manual handling tasks, by use of risk assessment, correct mechanical handling equipment and correct manual handling techniques Ensign United States Drilling Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Ensign provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Ensign takes affirmative action to employ, advance in employment and otherwise treat qualified individuals without discrimination as required by law.

Salary : $23 - $29