Typical Tasks
Repair pumps, mud tanks, and related equipment.
Inspect derricks for flaws, and clean and oil derricks to maintain proper working conditions.
String cables through pulleys and blocks.
Position and align derrick elements, using harnesses and platform climbing devices.
Inspect derricks, or order their inspection, prior to being raised or lowered.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Dependability
Cooperation
Stress Tolerance
Concern for Others
Self-Control
Attention to Detail
What key skills are needed for this job?
Operations Monitoring
Operation and Control
Critical Thinking
Monitoring
Speaking
Repairing
Expected Knowledge
Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Common Activities
Controlling Machines and Processes
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
