Service Technician

Strad Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 2,892,960 - 4,821,600; Full time

Job summary

Strad Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician to service, repair and maintain a range of surface equipment in Fort McMurray. You will travel to client sites, set up and dismantle tank farms, operate matting equipment, and ensure timely service while observing strict safety rules.

Required are oilfield experience, mechanical and electrical skills, and safety training (WHMIS, First Aid, H2S). Ability to work independently and travel as needed is essential.

Qualifications

• Oilfield experience preferred and related equipment knowledge.
• General mechanical skills and 3-phase electrical skills preferred.
• Safety training including WHMIS, First Aid, and H2S required.
• Strong communication skills and customer service orientation.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Set up, service, repair and maintenance of equipment listed in the role.
• Travel as required to service equipment to meet customer needs.
• Coordinate with Dispatch, Billing Admin, other technicians and supervisors.
• Complete field paperwork and update computer databases as required.
• Adhere to company safety standards and procedures.

Skills

Oilfield experience

Mechanical skills

3-phase electrical skills

Interpersonal communication

Flexible scheduling/travel

Self-motivated/independent

Safety training (WHMIS, First Aid, H2S

Picker operator ticket (preferred)

Able to work alone

Travel to sites as needed

Job description

CA - Fort McMurray, AB, Fort McMurray, AB, CA

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1353

Salary Range: CA$25.00 To CA$35.00 Hourly

Reports To: Branch Manager and/or Field Supervisor

Department: Surface Equipment

Safety Sensitive: Yes

Location: Fort McMurray, AB

Major Responsibilities

• Responsible for the service, repair and maintenance of Strad's equipment such as (but not limited to):
  • Invert Systems and drilling Mud Storage (containment berms, transfer pumps, diesel transfer pumps, circulating pumps, portable vacuum systems)
  • Trash Pumps, flygt pumps, Honda pumps
  • Shale bins
  • Light towers
  • Floc tanks
  • Premix tanks
  • Flare tanks
  • 400 bbl tanks
  • Insulated tanks
  • Rig mats
  • JD 544-644 loaders
  • Fuel storage
  • Gensets
• Assisting with the set up and take down of tank farms.
• Install and remove allocated matting projects.
• Operate and maintain matting installation and service equipment (i.e. Loaders, grapple and hoes).
• Learn and be taught all aspects of field operations and matting equipment.
• Comply to all safety rules and regulations.

Specific Accountabilities

• Set up, service, repair and maintenance of equipment outlined above.
• Travel as required to service equipment to meet customer’s needs.
• Communicate with Strad employees to ensure operations flow seamlessly. This will involve communicating with Dispatch, Billing Administrators, other Field Service Technicians and Supervisors and Management.
• Fill in appropriate field paperwork when required to do so by Field Supervisor.
• Fill in necessary computer databases when required to do so by Field Supervisor.
• Follow Company Policies and Procedures and adhere to Company Safety Standards and Safety Manual.

Knowledge, Education, Skills & Qualifications

• Previous oilfield experience preferred.
• Experience with setup, repair and maintenance of related oilfield equipment an asset.
• General mechanical skills and 3-phase electrical skills are preferred.
• Desire to provide top service for customers.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; able to relate well with customers and coworkers.
• Flexible with time scheduling to meet customer needs.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Safety courses and related tickets are required (WHMIS, First Aid, H2S).
• Picker operator ticket is preferred but Strad will assist if necessary.
• Must be able to work alone.
• May be required to travel out of town for extended periods of time.

Physical Requirements

• Be free of drugs and/or alcohol.
• Requires strenuous activity - walking, bending, crouching and standing for long periods of time; must also be able to lift up to 100lbs.
• Must be mentally alert at all times.
• Ability to drive for extended periods of time safely in varying weather conditions.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions in wet and extreme cold.

Health and Safety

All Employees as a minimum must:

• Take reasonable care to prevent harm to themselves
• Consider the potential for harm to others or the environment that may be caused by their acts or omissions
• Work in accordance with information and training provided
• Refrain from intentionally misusing or recklessly interfering with anything that has been provided for Health, Safety and Environmental reasons
• Report any hazardous defects in plant, equipment and workplace, or shortcomings in the existing controls, to a responsible person without delay.
• Not undertake any task for which authorization and/or training has not been given.