The motorman’s primary responsibility is to take care of all the motors on the rig. He must have a mechanical mind and the ability to trouble shoot and identify and repair minor problems that arise. He is responsible for checking the oil, oil pressure, temperature, fuel pressure and radiator water level and to record his findings in the daily engine report during his tour. He must be mentally alert and physically fit during his tour. Other responsibilities include all floorhand duties, racking pipe on the racking board when coming out of the hole and fill pipe when going in the hole. He is responsible for operation of the closing unit when shutting the well. Activities will be as follows: The ability to push/pull items weighing 50lbs 20 to 150 times in a 12 hour period. The ability to lift items weighing 100lbs from the floor to the waist 8 to 10 times a day for a 12 hour period. The ability to carry items weighing 100lbs 8 to 10 times a day for a 12 hour period. The ability to stand up to 80% of the time. The ability to kneel up to 15% of the time. The ability to climb up to 35% of the time 20 to 50 steps. (Up and Down @ 12 times per shift) Primary Duties of this position require maximum level of physical activity. The employee must be able to tolerate 12 hours of standing, climbing, lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying weights of up to 100 lbs. The work is performed outside with prolonged exposure to the environment, both hot and cold. Operations could also involve prolonged exposure to wet or damp conditions, i.e. working in rain, snow, and sleet. Muscle groups include: Quadriceps, Low Back Extensors, Hip Extensors, Abdominal, Latissimus Dorsi, Deltoid, Pectorals, and Hand Grip
