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Assistant Driller

Valaris LTD - Houston, TX, United States

Posted Apr 23, 2026

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Assistant Driller Houston, TX, United States Job Summary The Assistant Driller assists in the planning and execution of all drilling operations for the main or auxiliary well centers. Is responsible for ensuring the drill crews are properly assigned to their tasks and they are kept fully in the loop as to any changes of plans. He/she oversees the drill crews verifying all relevant maintenance is performed on all drilling, hoisting and mud circulating equipment while following directions from the well program in accordance with company policies and procedures in a safe and efficient manner. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Follows standard instructions and maintains good communication with the Driller and Toolpusher; provides notification of any concern, ensuring any deviation is properly communicated and documented. Ensures that operations are planned, organized, supervised and executed in accordance with well programs, rig move plans, the company's requirements and contractual obligations. Performs the drilling department's daily checks. Assists service partners/third parties with the preparation of equipment for upcoming drilling operations. Organizes and supervises the drilling crews for all operations. Operates the pipe handling equipment for both main well and offline activities. Assists and relieve the Driller during drilling operations. Reads and interpret various gauges and meters relating to the drilling operations and assist the driller in maintaining records and logs. Maintains accurate record of tubular and tool dimensions in the hole (for instance but not limited to internal and external diameter, fish neck, serial numbers). Maintains accurate records of drilling line ton ‐ miles and

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