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At a Glance:

Colorado Area Floorhand

Colorado area floorhand positions or entry level rig-based positions located in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, and Nevada. This position is responsible for performing various manual labor tasks throughout the rig site, including rig up and down activities, general equipment operation, repairs, and maintenance on rig components, assigned activities on the rig floor, mud-mixing, handling tubulars in the derrick, and other various duties as assigned.

Location: Grand Junction, CO

Work Type: Onsite

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What you will do:

Non-supervisory rig-based drilling positions are responsible for performing various manual labor tasks throughout the rig site, including rig up and down activities, general equipment operation, repairs and maintenance on rig components, assigned activities on the rig floor, mud-mixing, handling tubulars in the derrick, and other various duties as assigned.
Demonstrate the H&P Company values: Actively C.A.R.E., Service Attitude, Innovative Spirit, and Teamwork.

What you need:

The worker must be at least 18 years of age
The worker must pass a post-offer physical examination
The worker must have proper legal authorization to work in the country where the rig is operating
Work assignments are generally 12 hours per day, for 14-28 consecutive days, followed by 14-28 days off
Ability to apply common sense to carry out written or oral instructions and to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations
Basic ability to understand, speak, read, and write English
Basic computer skills required

Non-entry-level positions require a minimum of six months of prior drilling experience, as well as knowledge of procedures associated with drilling a well
Prior mechanical equipment experience is preferred for motorman positions

Application Deadline: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

***The Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the State of Colorado to disclose the following information. If the position applied to is not located in Colorado, the following information may not apply. In accordance with applicable law, the following represents H&P’s good faith estimate of the hiring compensation range for this role. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range as permitted by the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, based on various factors including but not limited to geographic location, experience, performance, and other considerations permitted by applicable law.

Salary Guidelines:

(Minimum – Maximum)

$25.00 - $34.50

What we offer:

At H&P, our commitment to our people is at the forefront, and that includes benefits that provide employees a sense of health and financial security. We know that life continues outside of employment and actively caring of our people is our priority.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts
401k match
Paid Leave Plans
Parental & Adoption Benefits
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance
Learning & Development Opportunities
Flex-scheduling available for qualifying positions to achieve work-life integration

H&P is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

For more information on benefits and job opportunities, please visit Careers | Helmerich & Payne, Inc.

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Thank you for your interest in joining our team!