The job of the Roustabout is to safely and efficiently perform all manual labor tasks throughout the rig.
Location: Remote Drilling Sites, Alaska
Job Type: ON-CALL
Reports To: Rig Manager, Driller, and Field Superintendent
- Assist with rig-up and rig-down operations.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the rig and surrounding areas.
- Load, unload, and move materials and equipment using hoists, forklifts, or by hand.
- Operate and maintain hand and power tools.
- Assist in assembling and disassembling drilling equipment.
- Support drilling crew with tasks as directed by the Driller or Rig Manager.
- Monitor and report equipment or safety issues.
- Follow all safety protocols and participate in safety meetings and drills.
- Work in harsh weather conditions, including snow, ice, and sub-zero temperatures.
- Receive and follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
- Perform other duties as required by management.
Qualifications:
- 0–2 years of experience as a Roustabout for another drilling company.
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
- Valid driver’s license preferred. - Real ID Compliant w/no restrictions
- Must have reliable transportation to the crew change point for assigned rig.
- Ability to successfully complete Roustabout Training at the Nabors Training Center.
Physical & Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to maintain good footing while standing and walking for a minimum of 4 hours at a time, including on steel decking and grating.
- Must be able to exert a push or pull force of up to 120 lbs. while holding tag lines during loading/offloading.
- Must be able to identify hand signals at a distance of 150 feet.
- Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the work shift while wearing PPE.
- Must be able to repetitively lift and carry items weighing 50+ lbs. up and down stairs or across distances up to 150 feet.
- Ability to wear respiratory protective devices as required.
- Attention span to remain alert and attentive for up to a 12-hour tour, even during repetitive tasks.
Work Schedule & Conditions:
- ON-CALL
- Must be able to work and live with others in close quarters.
- Position may require occasional travel and field-based training.
- Operations-oriented role that may require being on-call, working overnights, and holidays.
Skills Required
- 0-2 years of experience as a Roustabout for another drilling company.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
- Valid driver's license (Real ID compliant with no restrictions).
- Reliable transportation to the crew change point for assigned rig.
- Ability to successfully complete Roustabout Training at the Nabors Training Center.
- Ability to work in harsh weather (snow, ice, sub-zero), stand for long periods, lift 50+ lbs, push/pull up to 120 lbs, and wear required PPE/respiratory devices.
- Ability to live and work with others in close quarters and be available on-call, including overnights and holidays.
What We Do
Nabors Industries is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in approximately 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible energy 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. Nabors owns and operates one of the world’s largest land-based drilling rig fleet and is a provider of offshore drilling rigs in the United States and multiple international markets. Nabors also provides directional drilling services, performance tools and innovative technologies for its own rig fleet and those of third parties. Utilizing its advanced drilling automation capabilities, Nabors’ highly skilled workforce continues to set new standards for operational excellence and transform our industry.
