Service Technician

Forum Canada, ULC; Swift Current; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. seeks a Field Service Technician to prepare and deploy downhole tools on service and drilling rigs, and to assist in tool maintenance in all weather conditions. You will communicate with clients and internal teams, provide technical troubleshooting, and maintain field records.

A strong safety focus and 6+ years in oil/gas are preferred. Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel and work on call.

Qualifications

• 6+ years field experience in oil and gas, including service and drilling rigs.
• Experience with drilling & completions equipment and downhole tools is an asset.
• Valid safety tickets are an asset and a clean driving record helpful.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deploy downhole tools and equipment on service and drilling rigs.
• Assist in tool preparation to ensure timely location arrival.
• Supervise tool assembly and deployment on site.
• Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams.
• Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting to site operators.
• Maintain field records and complete tickets; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Outdoor work

Tools usage

Communication skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Ability to travel

Education

Grade 12 or GED

Additional education an asset

Experience in oil and gas field

Tools

Downhole tools handling

Drilling rig equipment

Cased hole fishing equipment

Job description

FET delivers advanced products and integrated solutions across the energy, industrial, and renewable sectors. Field Service Technician’s work to prepare, deploy, and support these products and solutions. This position requires working outside in all types of weather, and shop work/maintenance is also a component of this position when not working in the field. Previous tool hand experience in the assembly/disassembly and maintenance of downhole tools and associated equipment is preferred. This position is on a rotating schedule.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare and deploy downhole tools and associated equipment from Variperm, Davis Lynch, and Multilift product lines on service and drilling rigs..
• Assist in preparing tools and equipment to ensure they arrive at location on time.
• Assist in the supervision of tool assembly and deployment on location.
• Communicate effectively with clients, and internally with other departments.
• Provide technical assistance and troubleshooting to site operators.
• Develop and maintain strong external/internal client relationships in support of company values and objectives.
• Operate basic hand tools and powered hand tools.
• Maintain company vehicles.
• Maintain field records from daily operations and complete field tickets.
• Perform work safely and follow established work procedures.
• Adhere to health, safety and quality policies, as well as all company policies and procedures.
• Participate in training and safety meetings.
• Other duties as required.

Skills/Knowledge

• Able to meet tight deadlines and do so safely
• Mechanically inclined, and ability to use small hand tools and/or power tools
• Strong attention to detail
• Team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills; dedication to quality and customer service
• Physically capable of moving/lifting heavy objects up to 45 lbs., bending, standing, gripping, sitting/driving, walking, and climbing repeatedly for extended periods
• Able to work outdoors for extended periods of time and in all types of weather conditions when conducting field visits
• Available to work on-call, work overtime, and travel
• Able to work in congested or confined areas, and with exposure to loud noises and vibration

Education

• Grade 12 or GED preferred. Additional education past high school would be an asset.

Experience

• 6+ years of field experience within the oil and gas industry, including service rig and drilling rig operations.
• Experience with drilling & completions equipment, downhole tools, and cased hole fishing equipment is an asset.
• Working knowledge and familiarity with tubing, drill pipe, and general rig operations is an asset
• Safety Tickets, including First Aid, H2S Alive, TDG, and WHMIS are assets
• Must live within thirty minutes of the station or be willing to relocate
• This position requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license and clean abstract

About FET

FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.

FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.

As part of our hiring process, we may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to help review and assess applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.