Solids Control Field Technician - Toronto, CA

Stage 3 Separation; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Solids Control Technician to oversee mechanical processes for enhanced drilling operations. This role involves operating and maintaining specialized equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency on various drilling sites across Canada. The ideal candidate will receive on-the-job training, work flexible hours, and travel to remote locations. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety, this position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in the Oil and Gas sector while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Life Insurance

RRSP with Company Match

Vacation Pay

Company Holidays

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous field experience in the Oil and Gas industry required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate solids control equipment safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment failures as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and documentation.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety Practices

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Centrifuges

Shakers

Forklift

Excavator

Microsoft Office

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
  
  
  

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• RRSP with Company Match
• Vacation Pay
• Company Holidays