Roustabout

Nordic Calista

Regular

JOB SUMMARY:

This is an entry-level position with Nordic Calista rigs. This position requires physical strength, dexterity, and stamina to successfully complete the duties, which include proper loading and unloading materials, general maintenance, and provide vital support for the drilling floor crew. Must be able to get along well with others and respond quickly to directions. Must follow company rules established for safety and employee welfare.

This position is expected to support the Winter Exploration 2025-2026 season, with an anticipated start date of October 2025 and an end date in April 2026.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • General upkeep of drilling rig and camp.
  • Rolls and cleans pipe casing and drill pipe.
  • Assists mechanics, electricians, welders, forklift drivers and derrickhands.
  • Relieves floorhands on the floor when required.
  • Assists in preparing the drilling rig and camp for relocation, preparing the rig and camp to become operational.
  • Assists in fueling of camp and rig / under supervision of motorman.
  • Works at heights up to 175 feet above ground.
  • Performs any other duties that may be assigned.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
  • Conducts his job duties in compliance with Nordic HSE policies.
  • Works toward achieving Nordic's annual HSE goals.
  • Assists Rig Management in identifying operational non-conformances at the rigsite.
  • Reports any spills on pad to the Driller immediately- including oil, water, glycol, drilling mud, dry mud products, etc.
  • Reports any property or environmental damage by third-party vendors to the Driller immediately.
  • Encourages coworkers to report any unsafe work conditions or practices and any environmental non-compliances immediately to supervisors.
  • Assists in completing daily spill champion activities log.
  • Assists in any internal audits as necessary.
  • Assists Driller in daily rig site duties.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Previous related experience preferred; on-the-job training provided
  • Obtain a North Slope Training Cooperative card prior to working on the slope.
  • Ability to read, write and perform basic calculations.


WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Inside enclosed oil rig and outside in elements. Hazardous conditions may include a wet, oily, icy steel floor, noise, steam.

PHYSICAL/VISUAL/MENTAL/ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Frequently: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending Over, Pushing or Pulling, Talking, Grasping, Lifting 25 lbs. or less, Carrying 25 lbs. or less, Eye/Hand coordination

VISUAL ACUITY:

Frequently: Distance vision (clear at 20' or more), Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus). Continuously: Close vision (clear at 20" or less), Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and special relationships).

MENTAL EFFORT:

Frequently: Discriminating colors. Continuously: Thinking analytically, Using effective verbal & written communication, Handling stress & emotions, Concentrating on tasks, Remembering details, Making decisions, Adjusting to changes, Examining/observing details.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Frequently: Working w/others, working alone.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT:

Preference will be given to Calista Shareholders and their descendants and spouses, and to Shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2003-2(i).Additionally, Nordic Calista's policy is to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, Ena Holding's policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

It is Nordic Calista's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.
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