Able Bodied Seaman

We at Pacific Drilling have great expectations and aim to be the leader in our industry. We’ve built our consistent fleet of high-specification, ultra-deepwater drillships to address the changing offshore drilling industry.

**Position Summary** * The Able Bodied Seaman carries out cargo handling duties, general cleaning, maintenance, and other manual labor as required. **Position Scope** * The Able Bodied Seaman carries out cargo handling duties, general cleaning, maintenance, and other manual labor as required.

* Prepare cargo for lift by attaching slings through shackles or other attaching devises. Check loads for clearance, obstructions, balance and proper attachment. * Give or relay hand signals and / or radio signals to crane operator to control the lift and movement of the load. * Manually lift, carry, and move equipment, tools, and materials from place to place as required. Ensure to used correct body positioning and safe lifting procedures. * Remove waste, debris and accumulated trash from decks, stairs, compartments and other areas of the vessel and dispose of properly. * Sweep and wash decks, bulkheads, and structures using brooms, mops, rags, brushes, air, and high pressure water hoses. * Clean up spills and accumulated waste and take all necessary actions to prevent tripping and slipping hazards, * Keep hand tools in good condition, properly maintained, and stored when not in use. Keep lines, hoses, slings et cetera coiled and other materials properly stored. * Assist in the care and maintenance of the vessel’s machinery and equipment using proper tools and following safety rules and procedures. * Operate air hoists, hydraulic hoists, chain hoists, and other cargo handling gear t pick up and move tubular and other heavy equipment. * Assist in the care and protection of drill pipes, marine riser joints, and other tubular using such things as brushes, rabbits, thread protectors, pipe dopes, et cetera. * Assist in assembling, dismantling, and maintenance of deck machinery, pumps, drilling tools, and other mechanical equipment. * Assist in slipping and cutting of wire lines, inspection and maintenance of wire and fiber lines, slings, and other lifting equipment. * Prepare and clean deck surfaces, superstructures, bulkheads, et cetera, prior to priming and painting. * Paint prepared surfaces as directed; i.e. apply coats of primer, paint, and varnish with rollers and spray guns in accordance with painting specifications. * Maintain a safe area for task assigned. Stow all tools and equipment at end of each tour so as to avoid safety hazards for other operations. * Participate in emergency safety drills and respond to emergency situations as per assigned duties on the Station Bill. * Report any incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to supervisors. * Attend the weekly safety meetings. Actively participate in all pre-job meetings as required.

* High School Diploma/GED **Qualifications and Experience** * Valid unlimited AB certificate, STCW A-II/4 license