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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