What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motorman position at True Oil LLC?
This is a full-time, on-site position in McKenzie County, North Dakota
About Us:
At True Drilling, we’ve been drilling deep and working hard since 1948 — built on a legacy of safety, strength, and getting the job done right. From the rig floor to the headquarters office, we operate with grit, precision, and a deep respect for the people who make it all happen.
If you’re ready to be part of a team that values hard work, rewards commitment, and leads the way in oilfield excellence, we’ve got a place for you. Join us and help power the future—one well at a time.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
We don’t just offer jobs—we offer a future. As part of the True companies family, you'll enjoy a generous, well-rounded benefits package designed to support your life in and out of work. Benefits include competitive health coverage, dental/vision insurance, up to 4 weeks of vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, 401(k) with employer match, company-paid life and disability insurance, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and more. We believe in rewarding hard work and supporting your future.
We take care of our people—because we know they’re the heart of everything we do.
What You'll Do:
- Check and maintain engines and monitor fluid and lubricant levels.
- Work on rig floor in tandem with Floorman, Derrickman, and Driller; assemble and disassemble drill pipe using ST-80 and tongs while tripping and making connections; work in tandem with rig crew and casing crew while running casing.
- Climb to and work on derrick board when making connections consistently wearing safety harness and following other working from heights safety procedures.
- Operate boom line, air hoist, to lift and move heavy supplies, equipment, and pipe.
- Move casing or drill pipe joints to and from pipe racks, catwalk, ramp and rig floor as required.
- Repair drilling machinery, pumps, and derrick; dig drainage ditches, rack tools, and clean drilling floor around rig.
- Perform routine and preventive rig servicing, repair, and maintenance, including scrubbing and painting, when operations do not require presence on rig floor.
What We're Looking For:
Required Education, Experience and/or Abilities
- One to two (1-2) years of prior experience on a drilling rig; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two (1 or 2) step instructions.
- Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
- English language fluency, verbal and written.
- Acceptable results of a pre-employment background check, credit check and drug/alcohol test.
True Drilling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Vets, Disability
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