MARCELLUS SHALE

Roustabout Training

3 week training program

Begins Monday March 12, 2012

Contact Karen Zapp at 724.287.8711 ext. 8172 for Information about the Gas Industry, entry-level jobs, the 3-week training program, and the application process.  Also, go to www.shalenet.org to begin the application process and learn about this industry. 

Natural Gas Industry Working Conditions:

• Physically demanding work in all types of weather conditions
• 12 hour shifts
• 14 day consecutive days, 84 hours per week, 14 days off
• Some jobs are 11 days on, 3 days off
• Moving from site to site in Pennsylvania and other states required
• USE OF ILLEGAL DRUGS ARE NOT TOLERATED!  Random tests and immediate drug test if accident on site

If you are accepted into the 120 hour training program, you will acquire the basic knowledge and skills necessary to apply for an entry level position and learn about the hazards associated with the natural gas industry.  A gas industry expert will take you through all phases of the industry from drilling and production to completion and distribution.  Staff will help you develop a resume targeted to the industry, develop job search and interviewing skills, and assist with placement.

Class size is limited to 17 students. 

Training will be at BC3 Main Campus; March 12-30 , 2012; Mon-Fri, 7 am to 3:30 pm.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, take a mechanical aptitude test, and then pay for drug screen and criminal background check. (Approximately $60)