Solids Control Field Technician-Ft. McMurray, AB

Stage 3 Separation; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solids control equipment company in Fort McMurray, Alberta, is seeking a Solids Control Technician to oversee mechanical processes for drilling operations. Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant field experience, and a valid driver's license. The role involves maintaining solids control equipment, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring safety practices are upheld. This position requires flexibility in hours and the ability to work in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous field experience in the Oil and Gas industry required.
• Willingness to travel to remote locations across Canada.
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical processes for enhanced drilling operations.
• Maintain and operate solids control equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and timely.

Skills

Field experience in Oil and Gas

Heavy Equipment operation

Safety practices

Teamwork

Microsoft Office skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Centrifuges

Shakers

Forklift

Excavator

Job description

Stage 3 specializes in high quality solids control equipment designed for mud systems to effectively manage solids, reducing costs for the customer and providing limited or zero discharge solutions as necessary. But we don't stop there. Additionally, Stage 3 uses a team of Solids Control Field Technicians, field supervisors, engineers and scientists to make intelligent and informed recommendations on how to best manage your job for efficiency and cost savings.

While our business has expanded, our mission remains to provide superior service and performance through:

• Emphasis on Safety
• Teamwork
• Technology innovation
• Operational integrity
  
  

Under general direction from and reporting to the Field Leader(s), the Solids Control Technician is responsible for overseeing mechanical processes which are used to provide enhanced drilling operations and recycled drilling fluid through closed loop and other mud systems. You will receive on the job training, on a variety of our specialized Stage 3 equipment. You will work an average 12 hour shift, on a rotational schedule, in the "back yard" of various drilling rigs, or work on various environmental projects around Canada.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure all equipment and systems are being operated to company standards and policies
• Maintain/operate solids control equipment such as centrifuges, trough & sizer, shakers, pumps, etc
• Operate all equipment and systems in a safe and efficient manner
• Perform routine maintenance on mechanical equipment as required and/or needed
• Trouble shoot, diagnose, and repair equipment failures
• Operate, monitor, and control process levels, mud weights, pressures, and flows for applicable processes
• Ensure all documentation/data required is collected, timely and accurately
• Collect and validate all critical data required to complete daily reports
• Attend and participate in safety meetings
• Apply safe work practices, identify/report unsafe work conditions, and eliminate safety hazards
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Set up and tear down of equipment on rig site locations
• Operate heavy equipment such as a front loader, forklift, and/or excavator to move drilled cuttings or load in a truck
  
  

NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time by a manager, with or without notice.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required
• A valid driver's license, and reliable transportation
• Previous field experience in the Oil and Gas industry required; dewatering and solids control experience preferred
• Heavy Equipment certification (excavator, and forklift) would be considered an asset but not required
• Have active certifications from Energy Safety Canada; H2S Alive, Fall Protection and Confined Space Entry. preferred
• Willingness to work flexible hours
• Willingness to travel to remote locations across Canada
• Ability to work in all weather conditions including extreme heat or cold depending on location
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Experience working with Microsoft Office and other computer systems
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently
• Effective organizational skills are required
• Must be able to; lift 55 pounds and walk up and down stairs/ladders frequently, stand for extended periods, and work in tight spaces