REYNOLDS ELECTRICAL & ENGINEERING CO., INC.
POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Motorman - Oilfield
d0B CODE : 036552, 031594
DATE PREPARED : July 17, 1992 Revised: December 13, 1993

SUMMARY STATEMENT

The incumbent assists in mobilizing, operating, and demobilizing various sizes of drill rigs and equipment to drill
boles ranging from 6’ to 144’. Responsibilities include operation and simple maintenance of rig motors and
compressors; responsible for operating machinery not including equipment/machinery used by driller.
DIMENSIONS

The incumbent reports to Driller Foreman and has no supervisory responsibilities.

NATURE AND SCOPE

1. Inspects and records condition of equipment on motorman’s section of daily rig inspection report; performs
all duties in compliance with Company environment, safety, and health requirements;

2. Checks oil and fuel level on all equipment and lubricates and greases equipment as required;
3. Starts up and shuts down engines as needed and checks for and reports any leakage of fluids;

4. Assists in making connections, trips, picking up, and laying down tools by using power tongs, rotary tongs,
spinning chain, cathead, tuggers, and hand tools;

5. Performs minor mechanical repairs and tune ups as needed using hand tools; reports repairs needed on
equipment requiring support assistance;

6. Assists crew members needing assistance;

7. Adheres to all Company EEO, affirmative action, environmental, health, safety, quality assurance, and
security programs;

8. Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Constantly = Over 2/3 of time
Frequently = 1/3 - 2/3 of time
Physical Occasionally = Less than 1/3 of time

1. Frequent-to-constant standing/walking up to four to five miles per shift; may require running upstairs to the
tigging floor;

2. Occasionally sitting while performing bench work or administrative duties;

3. Frequent lifting/carrying 40 to 50 pounds up to 30 times per shift using tong heads, slips, and elevators;

4. Frequently pushing/pulling with both hands/arms while performing routine duties exerting up to 35 pounds
of force; occasionally 75 to 100 pounds of force necessary to torque down bolts/nuts up to 2 inches using

torque wrenches;

5. Frequently climbing rig steps 5 to 30 feet;


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Motorman - Oilfield

. Occasionally bending/twisting at waist/knees while pulling slips, unlatching elevators, etc.;

. Occasional kneeling/crouching while making adjustments, performing minor tune ups, or adjusting

equipment;

. Frequently using both hands/arms reaching/handling/grasping/gripping; some overhead reaching while using

hand tools and performing work duties;

. Constant use of sight/hearing abilities; hand/eye coordination; near-, mid-, and far-range of visual acuity

while reading gauges, identifying malfunctions, etc.;

Constant use of speech abilities in communicating with coworkers/supervisors and in giving/receiving
instructions;

May be required to work in awkward positions while performing job duties.

Mental

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Concentration, alertness, and attention to detail necessary while monitoring multiple factors and equipment
and while working in hazardous areas;

Good written communication skills necessary for completing logs and processing hourly compression
reports;

Must be able to read/write/speak English; must possess basic mathematical skills;
Must have good verbal communication skills in communicating with coworkers/supervisors;
Must possess good reasoning skills and be able to apply established procedures;

Must be able to assign projects/schedules in coordinating work with other operating units.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Work is performed outdoors in and around drill rigs with exposure to all types of weather conditions. Work may
be performed at elevations of up to 6,700 feet.

Tools & Equipment Used: Large pipe wrenches, file/nacksaws, grinders, drills, hand/power tools, shovels,
pumps and compressors, manuals, logs, and motor vehicle; safety equipment includes respirator, hearing and
eye protection, safety shoes, hard hats, safety beits/harnesses, and gloves.

REQUIRED TRAINING AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Two years of experience as a motorman, derrickman, or drill helper on a large rotary oilfield is required. Must
be qualified to survey equipment and perform tuning maintenance and make minor repairs to the equipment.

OTHER SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Valid driver's license required.