Driller

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for operating the controls of the rig, acting as the rig lead, and reports to Rig Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Strictly adhere to and enforce all safety procedures
• Responsible for immediate reporting to Rig Supervisor of all accidents and incidents
• Responsible for overseeing the mobilization, set up and break down of equipment
• Responsible for the safe operation of the rig and supporting equipment
• Act as the rig lead during rig operations
• Must be able to train and later act as a Rig Supervisor in the Rig Supervisor’s absence
• Responsible for carrying out the directions of the Rig Supervisor and Company Man
• Act as the safety leader for the crew
• Oversee the maintenance of the rig equipment
• Responsible for training the crew on proper safety, operational procedures and cross training to cover each other
• Responsible for operating forklifts, heavy equipment and auxiliary equipment
• Must be able to travel extensively to other locations, including rural areas, other states and internationally, to work where the rig is operating
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays when necessary
• Must be able to work overtime when necessary

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform other duties as directed

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• The ability to understand procedures and instructions to the areas of assignment as would be acquired in four years of high school
• Must have 2 years of experience in the mechanical operations and procedures of a drilling and/or work over rig
• Must know and understand drilling fundamentals
• Must possess excellent team leadership, communication skills and supervisory experience
• The ability to complete tasks efficiently and effectively
• The ability to think quickly and respond to changing situations
• Must be able to communicate in English with other employees and read and write at a level that will enable to perform the work in a safe and efficient manner
• Must be able to communicate verbally and visually in a clear and effective manner including in noisy and low illumination environments
• Must be able to safely operate a forklift, heavy equipment and auxiliary equipment
• Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner
• Must possess at any time a valid driver’s license with a driving record acceptable to ORMAT’s auto insurance carrier

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• This job requires sitting approximately 30% and standing up to 70%
• The ability to lift 50 lbs. repeatedly
• Must be able to wear any required protective equipment, as required by safety procedures and regulations
• Must be able to frequently climb to and work off of elevated platforms, ladders and walkways
• This job requires standing for long periods of time with moderate bending, stooping, and kneeling

Must be able to work in severe weather conditions