ALASKA ON-CALL ROUSTABOUT
Nabors Industries · nabors.com
AkEntry level0–2 yrs
The job in short
On-call oilfield general labor.
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-02-09
- Location as listed
- AK, United States
- Role
- Construction / Carpenter / Labor
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
The job of the Roustabout is to safely and efficiently perform all manual labor tasks throughout the rig.
Location: Remote Drilling Sites, Alaska
Job Type: ON-CALL
Reports To: Rig Manager, Driller, and Field Superintendent
• Assist with rig-up and rig-down operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the rig and surrounding areas.
• Load, unload, and move materials and equipment using hoists, forklifts, or by hand.
• Operate and maintain hand and power tools.
• Assist in assembling and disassembling drilling equipment.
• Support drilling crew with tasks as directed by the Driller or Rig Manager.
• Monitor and report equipment or safety issues.
• Follow all safety protocols and participate in safety meetings and drills.
• Work in harsh weather conditions, including snow, ice, and sub-zero temperatures.
• Receive and follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Perform other duties as required by management.
Qualifications:
• 0–2 years of experience as a Roustabout for another drilling company.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to perform essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Valid driver’s license preferred. - Real ID Compliant w/no restrictions
• Must have reliable transportation to the crew change point for assigned rig.
• Ability to successfully complete Roustabout Training at the Nabors Training Center.
Physical & Environmental Requirements:
• Must be able to maintain good footing while standing and walking for a minimum of 4 hours at a time, including on steel decking and grating.
• Must be able to exert a push or pull force of up to 120 lbs. while holding tag lines during loading/offloading.
• Must be able to identify hand signals at a distance of 150 feet.
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the work shift while wearing PPE.
• Must be able to repetitively lift and carry items weighing 50+ lbs. up and down stairs or across distances up to 150 feet.
• Ability to wear respiratory protective devices as required.
• Attention span to remain alert and attentive for up to a 12-hour tour, even during repetitive tasks.
Work Schedule & Conditions:
• ON-CALL
• Must be able to work and live with others in close quarters.
• Position may require occasional travel and field-based training.
• Operations-oriented role that may require being on-call, working overnights, and holidays.
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