Managed Pressure Drilling - Rig Field Technician

Precision Drilling Corporation; Nisku; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Drilling Canada, LP is seeking an MPD Field Technician to install, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain MPD equipment in both field and shop environments. You will work on-site with a focus on safety while ensuring equipment readiness and reliable service delivery.

The role requires a high school diploma, MPD experience, a valid Well Control ticket, and the ability to travel and operate in rotating schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of oilfield, drilling, pressure control, or field service experience with MPD.
• Valid Well Control 1st or 2nd Line Ticket (or equivalent).
• Ability to read technical manuals, P&IDs, and schematics.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel, work rotations, and in field conditions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with safety, communication, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain MPD equipment in field and shop environments.
• Inspect, maintain, and prepare equipment for deployment, including pressure control, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Monitor performance and operating parameters, performing minor repairs to support safe operations.
• Follow procedures, safety standards, and technical documentation while communicating equipment status with crews, supervisors, and customers.
• Maintain accurate documentation, support inventory and shop activities, diagnostics, and contribute to safe, reliable service delivery and continuous improvement.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Reading manuals/schematics

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary training in mechanical/hydraulic/instrumentation or electrical (asset)

Tools

MPD equipment

P&IDs & schematics literacy

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Managed Pressure Drilling - Rig Field Technician

Job Title: MPD Field Technician

Company: Precision Drilling Canada, LP

Work Arrangements: On-Site

At Precision Drilling, our mission is to deliver safe, sustainable, and high-performance drilling solutions that reduce risks and optimize resources for our customers across global markets. Driven by our Core Values, we empower our people, invest in cutting-edge technology, and foster lasting relationships built on integrity, collaboration, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

The MPD(Managed Pressure Drilling) Field Technician supports rig operations by installing, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining MPD equipment in both field and shop environments. This role ensures equipment readiness, safe operations, and reliable service delivery to meet operational and customer requirements.

CULTURE:
Precision Drilling fosters a strong safety culture through our Human Organizational Performance (HOP) approach, focusing on learning, communication, and supporting our people. We invest in career growth through continuous training and development, encourage balance with competitive benefits and generous time off, and foster a team-oriented workplace grounded in integrity and trust. When you join Precision, you join a company that puts people first.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

• Install, rig up, operate, troubleshoot, and rig down MPD equipment in both field and shop environments
• Inspect, maintain, and prepare equipment for deployment, including pressure control, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Monitor performance and operating parameters, performing basic and minor repairs to support safe, efficient operations
• Follow procedures, safety standards, and technical documentation while communicating equipment status with crews, supervisors, and customers
• Maintain accurate documentation, support inventory and shop activities, diagnostics, and contribute to safe, reliable service delivery and continuous improvement

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• High school diploma or GED required; post ‑ secondary technical training (mechanical, hydraulic, instrumentation, or electrical) is an asset
• 3+ years of oilfield, drilling, pressure control, or field service experience, with MPD experience required; a valid Well Control 1st or 2nd Line Ticket (or equivalent) is required
• Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems, with the ability to read technical manuals, P&IDs, and schematics
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to travel, work rotational schedules, extended hours, and in field conditions
• Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent troubleshooting, safety, communication, and teamwork skills, able to work independently in fast ‑ paced environments