DERRICK MAN – IADC

Description

A Derrickman position has far more responsibilities and a more complex role than a Floorhand or a Roustabout. Derrickmen occasionally act as a supervisor to the crew or an assistant to the assistant driller. The Derrickman position requires a comprehensive knowledge of the entire
Mud System from make-up and mixing of the mud, the chemicals and mud additives used, to the maintenance of the solids control system, Mud pit transfer lines, and to the Mud Pumps. The work also includes testing of the mud qualities and keeping the mud within the specifications required by both the Mud engineer in charge and the Driller or Assistant driller. Derrickmen have to be proficient in the operations of the Monkey Board and Stabbing Board during Tripping and Casing operations. Derrickmen is responsible for the maintenance and inspection of the Crown Block, Traveling Block, Swivel and Top Drive. When working on drilling operations, the Derrickman has to fully understand the process of well control and his role and duties during a well control incident or Hazardous mud chemical issues.