What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drilling Crew Hand - Full Time position at Rathole Drilling?
Job Title: Full-Time Drilling Crew Hand
Job Brief:
Rathole Drilling Inc. is looking for a dependable, safety-focused full-time Drilling Crew Hand (MUST have Class A CDL) to join our team. In this role, you’ll be a key player in ensuring our operations run smoothly—from safely transporting and maintaining equipment to assisting with basic welding tasks. Flexibility is essential, as our customers dictate when we work. This means you’ll need to be ready for travel, occasional overnight stays (usually no more than a couple of nights), and weekend work if needed. If you’ve got a Class A CDL and aren’t afraid of hard work, we want to hear from you. Plus, we provide training for skid steer operation and pipe welding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safe Equipment Transport:
- Use your Class A CDL to drive equipment to and from job sites.
- Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and paperwork to ensure all equipment is in prime condition.
- Manual Labor & Materials Handling:
- Load and unload equipment and materials efficiently and safely.
- Tackle a variety of physical tasks under different conditions.
- Light Equipment Maintenance:
- Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs to keep our equipment operating smoothly.
- Skid Steer Operation & Pipe Welding:
- Operate a skid steer (training provided) to support site preparation and materials handling.
- Learn and execute basic pipe welding tasks (training provided).
- Travel & Schedule Flexibility:
- Be willing to travel to various job sites.
- Accommodate overnight stays out of town when required (usually no more than a couple of nights).
- Be available to work weekends if needed.
- Adapt to a flexible schedule dictated by our customers—there’s no set schedule.
- Safety & Team Collaboration:
- Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines on every job.
- Work closely with the crew to ensure an efficient and safe workflow.
- Be ready to assist with various tasks to meet project demands.
Qualifications:
- Must possess a valid Class A CDL.
- Comfortable with manual labor and working in various weather conditions.
- Strong commitment to safety and attention to detail.
- Willingness to learn new skills; training is provided for skid steer operation and pipe welding.
- Ability to pass a drug test.
- Must be flexible with travel and working hours, as our schedule is determined by customer needs.
- A proactive, team-oriented attitude with a solid work ethic.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Aflac Supplemental Insurance
- Uniforms Provided
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance ($25,000)
This role is ideal for someone who’s ready to handle hands-on work, adapt to a flexible schedule, and grow with our team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Alice, TX 78332: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $21 - $26