Operator - Level I

Tundra Oil & Gas Limited; Winnipeg, Virden, Estevan, Calgary; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and incentives

RRSP matching

Mental health benefit

Parental leave

Training programs

Job summary

Tundra Oil & Gas Limited in Manitoba invites applications for a Field Operator based in the Waskada, MB area. You will perform daily well checks, assist in maintenance, and monitor production equipment to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma, basic math, and a willingness to obtain safety certifications; strong teamwork and problem-solving skills are essential in a weather-exposed field setting. You may be on-call and travel to various sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to identify problems and propose solutions.
• Basic math and mechanical aptitude expected.
• Willingness to obtain safety certifications.
• Must reside within a 45-minute drive of the field.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily well checks and inspect equipment.
• Conduct minor maintenance and complete work orders.
• Test wells, log data, and monitor production rates.
• Operate pigging on pipelines and manage safety reporting.
• Respond to call-outs and maintain company vehicles.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Detail oriented

Team player

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Tundra Oil & Gas is a Manitoba-based oil and gas exploration and production company and a wholly owned subsidiary of Winnipeg-based James Richardson & Sons, Limited. Tundra’s head office is in Winnipeg, with additional offices in Virden, Estevan, and Calgary. At Tundra, we believe that our people are the foundation of our success, and we are dedicated to growing our company in a sustainable and disciplined way. This philosophy has served us well since our inception in 1980. Today, Tundra is a team 400-strong, and a leader in the Manitoba and southeast Saskatchewan oil industry. We take pride in supporting the communities in which we operate and stewarding the resources we manage for today and for the future. We are committed to working together and to getting everyone home safe every day.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Tundra is excited to announce an opportunity for a Field Operator, based in the Waskada, MB area.

Typical duties of an Operator include the operation and maintenance of central production treatment/storage facilities, water injection pumps, various utility support systems including chemical injection equipment, and related equipment.

REPORTS TO: Production Foreman

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Performing daily well checks by inspecting equipment to ensure it is running properly and examine leases
• Performing minor maintenance repairs
• Completing work orders for larger maintenance work
• Testing wells by obtaining volumes, samples, and gas readings, maintain logbook, and enter test results into PVR
• Performing pigging on pipelines
• Performing chemical circulations and monitor chemical rates
• Examining boost pumps and lubrications
• Inspecting gas compressors and lubrications where applicable
• Checking single well batteries, monitor storage capacities, and coordinate trucking if applicable
• Reporting spills, near misses, and complete hazard ID’s
• Completing problem well reports if needed
• Issuing permits to contractors and crews when necessary
• Providing insight and share opinions at Safety and Operational meetings
• Maintaining good relations with landowners
• Responding to call outs and emergency alarms if applicable
• Maintaining assigned company trucks and tools
• Expected to obtain battery knowledge and experience

WHAT YOU NEED:

• High School Diploma
• Previous field operating and battery experience would be considered an asset
• Basic mathematical abilities are required
• Computer skills are considered an asset
• Mechanical abilities are considered an asset
• Collaborate well with others
• Detail oriented
• Ability to identify problems, brainstorm and analyze answers, and implement the best solutions
• Strong safety conscience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Required to reside within a 45-minute drive of the assigned field
• Must conform to facial hair standards for wearing respiratory protective equipment as required by Enform
• Required to be on call
• Required to drive to a variety of work sites using company vehicles including all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, etc.
• Exposure to all weather conditions
• May be required to lift items weighing up to 25 kilograms or more.
• Exposure to potential hazards e.g. toxic chemicals such as hydrogen sulfide
• Required to work under stress and to handle emergency situations
• A valid driver’s license is required
• Willingness to achieve certification in:
• H2S Alive Certificate
• First Aid/ CPR
• ATV Safety Course
• WHMIS
• TDG
• SAIT Production Field Operator Training
• Adhere to the safety accountabilities as per Tundra’s Safety Policy

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• You demonstrate strong interpersonal and team-building skills, treating everyone with respect and fostering a positive, collaborative environment
• You display a commitment to safety in your day-to-day work
• You take ownership of your tasks and consistently follow through on your commitments
• You prioritize activities effectively, determining the importance of information and addressing it accordingly
• You embrace new technologies and adapt readily to change, recognizing opportunities for growth
• You respond to changing conditions with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset
• You think critically and act logically, taking the necessary steps to ensure success

OTHER DETAILS:

• This position is field-based, and the successful candidate will be expected to work in all types of weather
• Tundra Oil & Gas Limited is committed to protecting the health and safety of all individuals involved in our business activities, and the communities where we live and work. Given this commitment, Tundra requires pre-employment drug & alcohol testing for all safety sensitive positions, including this one, recognizing the risks associated with the use of drugs and alcohol

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Be part of a proudly Canadian, privately owned energy company and grow your career with Manitoba’s largest oil producer
• Enjoy competitive total rewards, including salary, annual incentive pay, long‑term incentives for eligible roles, and employer‑matched RRSP contributions
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits, including a $5,000 mental health benefit, Healthy Lifestyle Allowance, maternity top‑up, paid parental leave, and personal leave
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities, including training investments, leadership programs, professional designation reimbursement, engineer‑in‑training programs and company-wide learning opportunities

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

August 27th, 2026.

We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.