Position Information

Savanna Drilling is urgently seeking experienced Derrickhands to join our team!  We are accepting resumes for open positions throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan. 

To apply or view all available job opportunities at Savanna Drilling, visit our website at www.savannaenergy.com/careers/apply-canada

• Competitive Pay & Steady Work
• Earn BIG $$ with Overtime Pay – 12hr Rotational Shifts. Rotations are:  20/10  or 14/7 (project dependent)  
• $195/ day Subsistence 
• Employee Referral Bonus up to $3000
• Company provided work gear including coveralls, hard hat and gloves (Employee Discount card for Safety Gear Purchases) and $250/yr safety boot allowance 
• Committed to Employee Advancement with Green hand training and mentorship 
• Company Paid Training
• Immediate Benefit Coverage
• Competitive Safety incentive Program
• Amazing company Employee Stock (TFSA & Savings) Plan as well as RSP with 150% employer match contribution   

Derrickhand duties include:  

• Perform assigned tasks safely, efficiently and within the parameters of industry regulations and Company policies;
• Observe and maintain preventative maintenance programs (and, with regard to Drilling operations, maintain proper drilling fluid characteristics, the rate of fluid circulation, pressure and mud handling equipment, monitor the mud circulating system);
• Report on mud levels and ensure adequate provision of mud supplies;
• Ensure sufficient supply of pipe on the catwalk;
• Understand the pump manifold and ensure that pump lines are secure;
• Work on and above the drilling floor, ensuring the usage of proper safety equipment (and, with regard to Drilling operations, guide drill pipe during the tripping process);
• Assign junior crew members to tasks on the rig floor as required;
• Ensure 100% tie-off on any elevated levels and understand how to close in the well if required;
• Drive mobile equipment as required;
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Field Operations