Roustabout
Roustabouts perform all-around mechanical and other tasks in support of drilling or well.
Roustabout responsibilities include:
- Performing maintenance on the wells and pipelines
- Changing tank valves
- Installing line heaters, sand traps, etc. on new wells
- Assisting the well pumper
- Ensuring compliance with safety procedures
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Additional Details
Environment
- Work outdoors in all kinds of weather as part of a team
- Heavy lifting required
Typical Schedule
- Shift work with 14 days on, 14 days off
- 12 hours a day
- Overtime required