Rig Equipment Technician
Company: Precision Drilling Company, LP
Location: West Texas
Work Schedule: 14 on/14 off
Summary
The Rig Equipment Technician is responsible for trouble shooting oilfield equipment. Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
- Promoting a Safe and Respectful Work Environment: Proactively promotes and maintains a healthy respect for open and transparent dialogue between all levels of personnel
- Carry out mechanical maintenance, and repair in a safe and prudent manner
- Troubleshoot and repair faulty mechanical equipment and tools
- Assist in maintaining and repairing equipment in other departments when needed
- Identify and respond to abnormal operating conditions and/or patterns of equipment
- Perform CAT III & IV equipment inspection as per Precision Drillings standards and document findings/results for proper traceability
- Ensure that requirements concerning regulatory bodies are met in all equipment repair and installation cases.
- Comply with the Permit to Work and Isolation System
- Maintain service reports and advise the supervisor on the condition of equipment and spare parts requirements
- Assist in implementing outstanding recommendations from equipment audits as issued by Clients, Regulatory Authorities, or rig management
- Assist in ensuring that all third-party equipment is fit for purpose
- Inform the supervisor and other department heads of any technical problems or limitations that may affect the safe operation of the rig
- Ensure that service, maintenance, and other operational reports are accurate and complete
- Report all incidents, potential hazards, or abnormal situations to the supervisor
- Maintain a safe and organized work area throughout all tasks and on completion of tasks
- Apply the Safe Operations Verification card to all jobs and ensure subordinate personnel are aware of their safety role as well as yours
- Recognize at-risk behavior or conditions during tasks and call “Time out for safety” when unsure or when the job does not go as planned
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent attitude toward safety and demonstrated commitment to a safe work environment
- Resourceful and able to demonstrate critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, task planning, and organizational skills
- Strong work ethic, self-motivated, and able to work independently
- Positive attitude and ability to work well with others
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to perform all of the above in field and shop environments
- Sound leadership and teambuilding skills
Education:
- High School Diploma or proof of completion of formal education or relevant craft certificate
Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of experience diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling drilling equipment
- Expert diagnosing and troubleshooting knowledge of hydraulic systems
- Reading equipment schematics with an excellent understanding of symbols
- Work independently, without supervision or assistance
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Proficiency with SAP, specifically: notifications, maintenance compliance report, and building work orders
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, especially: Excel, Word and Outlook
Requirements
- Must pass Physical, Drug Screen and Background Check
- Must hold a valid driver license
Nearest Major Market: Midland
Nearest Secondary Market: Midland