Posted 44 months ago
AKITA Drilling Canada - Derrickhand
@ AKITA Drilling
Nisku, Alberta
Overview
AKITA Drilling is hiring a Derrickhand for drilling rig work. The role works above the rig floor during tripping and relieves the Driller once deemed competent, with work on the catwalk, mud tanks, pumps and derrick inspections.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain circulation equipment, mud tanks and pumps while drilling
- Work above the rig floor at the monkey board during tripping
- Conduct derrick inspections and enforce harness and fall protection
- Assist crew with rig up/out, nipple up and casing
- Support the Driller in rig maintenance and relieve when competent
Requirements summary:
- Worked up through drilling rig positions
- Good knowledge of all rig positions
- Competent to relieve the Driller
- Follows company, customer and government safety rules
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2023-03-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer none |
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AKITA Drilling
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Full company description
Akita Drilling Ltd. was formed in January of 1993, with drilling operations in Canada and the United States. Since it's inception, Akita has been committed to excellence in all that we do – whether on the job, in the boardroom or in the community. Our path to success is rooted in the relationships we build with all of our stakeholders, from the customers and shareholders we serve, to the 800+ individuals we employ. Mutually beneficial joint ventures with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples are a pillar of our history and have been a significant point of pride from the beginning, with operations in key geographic locations throughout Alberta, British Columbia, the Northwest Territories and the Yukon. Together, Akita and our partners directly benefit economically through joint equity in rig ownership, and today more than 20 different Aboriginal groups hold equity investments in our rigs. While the nature of our operations has continued to evolve over the years, we remain steadfast in our commitment to providing the highest quality of service to every one of our customers. For us, that means employing a well-trained, multicultural workforce, operating first-class equipment and enforcing the highest possible quality standards in all areas of business. TSX: AKT.A For more information, please visit our website.
- LinkedIn followers
- 11,874
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 549
- Reported office locations
- 333 7 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P2Z1, CA
- 9811 Katy Fwy, Houston, Texas 77024, US
- 2302 8 St, Nisku, Alberta T9E, CA
- Other recorded names
- AKITA Drilling Ltd.
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Akita Drilling Ltd. was formed in January of 1993, with drilling operations in Canada and the United States. Since it's inception, Akita has been committed to excellence in all that we do – whether on the job, in the boardroom or in the community. Our path to success is rooted in the relationships we build with all of our stakeholders, from the customers and shareholders we serve, to the 800+ individuals we employ…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1993 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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Description:
The Derrick hand is responsible for maintaining circulation equipment while drilling. During tripping operations the Derrick Hand works above the rig floor at the monkey board. The Derrick Hand would have worked their way up through the drilling rig positions, have a good knowledge all positions and will relieve the Driller once deemed competent.
Duties:
Work on the catwalk or operate the hydraulic catwalks,
Work and maintain circulation on mud tanks,
Mix mud & organize mud products,
Work and maintain pumps,
Work at heights while tripping and conducting derrick inspections,
Assist the crew in nipple up procedures,
Supervise and assist during rig up/out operation,
Assist in running casing,
Ensure anyone climbing the derrick uses a full body harness and fall protection above 2 meters,
Clean and practice good housekeeping in work areas and,
Assist the Driller in the maintenance of the drilling rig and other equipment.
Learn and adhere to all Company, Customer and Government Safety Policy, Procedures and Practices and Regulations.
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