Rod Guide Operator

National Oilwell Varco; Nisku; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial services company is seeking Rod Guide Operators in Nisku, Alberta. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining the Mold Injection Unit, as well as performing tasks related to QC sampling and packaging. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and relevant experience. The role is safety-sensitive, requiring physical endurance and adherence to health and safety policies. Competitive pay and excellent benefits are offered, along with opportunities for advancement and educational assistance.

Benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Employer-paid premiums

Employer contributions to RRSP

On-the-job training

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of prior experience with oilfield tubulars and/or sucker rods.
• Basic understanding of Hydraulics and Electrical troubleshooting.
• Training or experience in mold injection.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and calibrate the Mold Injection Unit.
• Perform start-up, QC sampling, and packaging.
• Conduct cleaning, inspecting, and general preparation work.
• Handle rod movements, crane work, and order assembly.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Job description

Rod Guide Operators in Nisku, Alberta are responsible for all duties associated with the operation of the Mold Injection Unit.

• Operating, maintaining, and calibration of the Mold Injection Unit.
• Start-up, QC Sampling, and Packaging.
• Cleaning, inspecting, and general preparation work.
• Rod movements, crane work, and order assembly.
• General cleaning and housekeeping duties
• Responsible to follow all applicable company and corporate policies, guiding principles, procedures, and programs; including but not limited to the process map, support processes, health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Participate in training programs as required by the company
• All other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of prior experience and knowledge of oilfield tubulars and/or sucker rods is an asset.
• Basic understanding of Hydraulics and Electrical trouble shooting
• Training or previous experience in mold injection is an asset.

HSE Requirements:

• Yard and shop environment, working indoors & outdoors. Possibility to be exposed to dust, fumes, or gases and changes of temperature/humidity
• Physical requirements: squatting, bending, kneeling, twisting, lifting up to 32 kilograms, reaching, walking on rough ground, and working near moving equipment
• Required to at all times wear proper protective clothing and equipment and perform duties in a safe manner
• These positions have been determined to "safety-sensitive" and are subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as per the Canadian Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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NOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination or Harassment of Any Kind:NOV is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for everyone and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. NOV values inclusion and diversity; we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

With over 40 different locations in Canada, and 30, 000 people worldwide, NOV is proud to offer their employees competitive pay and excellent benefits, including a Flexible Spending Account, employer paid premiums, and employer contributions to our employee’s RRSP. We are also proud to provide on the job training, with potential for advancement within our organization, and an Educational Assistance Program.

NOV thanks all interested applicants, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Job Info

• Job Identification 36649
• Job Category Machinist
• Posting Date 07/18/2025, 03:20 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 2205 - 9 Street, Nisku, AB, T9E 7Z7, CA