Roustabout assists in manual labor tasks, including loading, truck driving, lifting, and operating machinery. Cleans up sites and rigs, transports and stores materials, and maintains equipment and tools. Being a Roustabout may require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Roustabout may require 0-1 year of general work experience. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Roustabout (Rotational Schedule) - Prudhoe Bay, AK - Worley Careers
Prudhoe Bay, AKFULL_TIME
This is a remote/ rotational position, working two weeks on and two weeks off or three weeks on and three weeks off, in Prudhoe Bay, AK. The typical schedule is 84 hours per week (40 hours straight time and a minimum of 44 hours at time and a half). All meals and lodging are provided by Worley while the employee is on location. Transportation between Anchorage and Prudhoe Bay is provided.
Job Purpose:
The Scaffold Laborer - Roustabout performs various tasks in support of scaffolding services in accordance with all safety, environmental and operational practices and policies and procedures. The Scaffold Laborer - Roustabout performs duties under the supervision of Scaffold Lead associated with the erection and dismantling of various types of scaffold for use by other crafts.
Essential Job Functions:
Assist competent scaffold builders in the construction, erection, maintenance and dismantling of scaffold per OSHA, ADOSH, and client specifications.
Assist in the handling of multiple scaffold systems including construction grade lumber and patented pre-manufactured scaffold components.
Duties will vary according to project needs, but may include clean-up, heavy labor such as transporting, handling, and stacking scaffold components, operating equipment or working with and assisting skilled or semi-skilled crafts in the performance of their tasks.
Preparing surfaces or installation areas in preparation of building scaffold in differing conditions, both interior and exterior work areas.
Willing to learn and develop skills in other craft areas to improve the crew’s performance.
Comply with specifications requirements in scaffolding and mechanical applications.
Assists with the examination of work and materials for compliance with specifications.
Attend various technical, developmental and safety training.
Assists with the performance of safety and scaffolding component integrity inspections.
Demonstrate adherence to established safety policies and procedures and accept accountability for safe work practices.
Demonstrate support for the company’s environmental management system.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of various fasteners, hardware, materials, and other commonly used scaffolding components.
Knowledge sufficient to perform manual labor with a good knowledge of small hand tools, i.e., shovel, compactor, hammers and mallets, scaffolding wrench, and common hand tools.
Ability to work comfortably at heights and adhere to fall protection policies and procedures.
Ability to work as part of a team; communicate effectively with fellow workers and alternate.
Operate vehicles (pickups, flatbed F-550 trucks) and other equipment (manlifts, material handling, etc.).
Ability to perform strenuous physical labor in harsh winter conditions and hot environments.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Have adequate written and oral communications applicable to standards set by organization.
Physical Demand/Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is required to:
Must have ability to stand, walk on level, uneven and slippery surfaces, sit, squat, kneel, reach through low and high ranges, and exhibit normal balance and coordination. These basic physical requirements are essential for safe performance of the job in harsh environments with exposure to very cold temperatures and while wearing arctic gear.
Must stand throughout evaluation.
Aerobic capacity evaluation via 3 Minute step test.
Sit and reach and range of motion evaluations.
Lift 50 lbs. from floor to waist with two hands.
Lift 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder with two hands.
Carry 50 lbs. for 15 feet with two hands.
Push/pull 60 lbs. sled for 20 feet.
Push/pull 90 lbs. cart for 20 feet.
Kneel 60 seconds, stand, kneel 60 seconds, stand.
Squat 60 seconds.
This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of the job incumbents.
Valid driver’s license and the ability to be insured by Worley’s auto insurer.
High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC). Worley can provide NSTC certification training if needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of six (6) months experience as a laborer or roustabout in a petrochemical, oilfield or arctic environment.
Experience as a laborer or technician in support of scaffolding services.
Experience with supporting other crafts, such as sheetmetal, insulation, pipefitting, and valves.
Knowledge of oilfield and construction safety practices.
Experience or previous employment with Worley.
Alaska resident capable of short notice mobilization.
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$52,979 to $77,363
Fairbanks, Alaska area prices were up 2.8% from a year ago
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