Hiring: Motorhand - Permian Basin Company: Patterson-UTI Location: Midland, TX Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 10:45:51 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : Apex About the job Experience: •2 years of experience working in a rig-based position for a drilling contractor Required Skills: •The Motorhand works closely with and oversees Floorhands on the rig floor, assists the Derrickhand as needed, and assists the Driller in day-to-day operations. •Lift and place slips weighing approximately 150 pounds with another person occasionally during the tour work shift •Independently use heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools •Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems •Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects •Take initiative and work independently during downtime •Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times which could include but is not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, coveralls, work gloves, respirator, and hearing protection •Regularly inspect, maintain, and repair generators, equipment, and SCR or VFD house Qualifications: •Demonstrated ability to successfully complete all duties of a Floorhand •Ability or aptitude to maintain and repair various types of equipment, engines, and machinery •Able to stand or stand and walk for a minimum of 3.5 hours and up to 12 hours without being able to sit and while wearing steel-toed boots •Able to repetitively climb steep stairs and be able to lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces •Must be comfortable working at heights (50 ft. or greater) for extended periods of time •Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the tour work shift •Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties •Accurate recall over short and long-term memory •Stay alert and focused up to 12.5 hours while performing repetitive and routine activities •Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English as well as understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!