Canrig Shop Electrician - Odessa, TX

Nabors in; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nabors in Odessa, TX seeks a Canrig Shop Electrician I to support inspection, wiring, termination, component replacement, and assembly under approved procedures. You will record work and build proficiency in Canrig electrical repair practices.

Responsibilities include electrical testing, preventive maintenance, and ensuring safety with PPE and approved shop procedures during repair and testing activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years electrical assembly or related experience; training may be considered.
• Foundational ability to use common hand tools safely and follow instructions.
• Basic knowledge of industrial electrical components, wiring methods, motors, and control circuits.
• Ability to read basic work instructions, wiring diagrams, parts information, and repair procedures.
• Ability to use hand tools, termination tools, torque tools, and electrical test instruments safely.
• Use of PPE and respirator training if required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspection, cleaning, electrical disassembly, component replacement, wiring, termination, and assembly under approved guidance.
• Identify visible damage or loose connections; escalate beyond competence.
• Use hand tools, crimping and torque tools, and electrical test equipment for tasks after training.
• Assist with point-to-point checks and de-energized electrical tests under guidance.

Skills

Hand tools

Reading diagrams

Electrical safety

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical test instruments

Torque tools

Termination tools

Crimping tools

Job description

Canrig Shop Electrician - Odessa, TX (Finance)

Job Description

The Canrig Shop Electrician I supports inspection, cleaning, wiring, termination, component replacement, electrical assembly, and functional-check activities under approved procedures and appropriate guidance. The role helps build or restore equipment to approved quality and operational requirements, records assigned work, and builds proficiency in Canrig electrical repair practices.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of electrical assembly, industrial electrical maintenance, electrical equipment repair, or closely related experience. Relevant technical education, apprenticeship, or structured training may be considered.
• Foundational ability to use common hand tools and follow written or demonstrated electrical work instructions safely.
• Basic knowledge of industrial electrical components, wiring methods, motors, and control circuits, with the ability to develop Canrig product knowledge through training.
• Ability to read and follow basic work instructions, wiring diagrams, parts information, and approved repair procedures.
• Ability to use approved hand tools, termination tools, torque tools, and electrical test instruments safely and accurately within training and authorization.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment. Respirator use, when required by the assigned task, is subject to applicable medical evaluation, fit testing, and training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Experience repairing electrical systems on Canrig or other OEM drilling equipment, including top drives, powered catwalks, drawworks, control consoles, motors, drives, or related assemblies.
• Experience using computerized work orders, maintenance systems, or electronic repair documentation.

Responsibilities

Electrical Inspection, Repair, and Assembly

Primary Skills:

Equipment Maintenance Customer Equipment Repair Repair Procedures Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Circuit Analysis

• Assist with inspection, cleaning, electrical disassembly, basic component replacement, wiring, termination, assembly, and preparation of equipment under approved instructions and guidance.
• Identify visible damage, loose or incorrect connections, missing parts, and basic electrical concerns; gather information and elevate troubleshooting or repair decisions beyond demonstrated competence.
• Use approved hand tools, crimping tools, torque tools, and electrical test equipment for assigned tasks after required training and authorization.
• Assist with point-to-point checks, continuity and resistance testing, and other approved de-energized electrical checks under guidance.

Electrical Testing and Functional Verification

Primary Skills:

Performing Daily Inspections Component Testing Testing Procedures Quality Assurance Data Recording

• Review electrical equipment condition and identify damaged conductors, terminals, connectors, insulation, components, labels, or other nonconforming conditions.
• Use approved electrical test instruments and torque tools to verify connection integrity, component condition, and applicable acceptance criteria.
• Assist with approved electrical and functional checks, record results, and elevate exceptions for review.
• Follow defined inspection points, verification requirements, and escalation protocols.

Electrical Preventive Maintenance and Work Readiness

Primary Skills:

Performing Maintenance Checks Maintenance Task Analysis Preventative Service Report Equipment Malfunctions

• Assist with scheduled preventive maintenance and routine service activities for assigned electrical equipment and shop test assets.
• Identify developing electrical issues and communicate repair needs, unsafe conditions, authorization limits, or work interruptions.
• Inspect assigned tools and test equipment before use and remove damaged or unserviceable items from operation.
• Organize work steps, materials, parts, and tools to support safe and efficient job progress.

Electrical Safety, Quality, and Technical Team Support

Primary Skills:

Workplace Safety Risk Assessment Standards Compliance Technical Support Cross-functional Teamwork

• Follow required electrical safety, environmental, quality, and shop procedures, including applicable lockout/tagout and authorization requirements.
• Participate in pre-job planning, hazard identification, and risk controls for assigned repair and testing activities.
• Maintain an orderly work area and handle equipment, tools, parts, and waste in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Seek guidance, participate in training, and apply feedback to build proficiency in assigned shop-electrician tasks.
• Coordinate with supervisors, quality personnel, materials teams, and other functions to resolve technical or workflow issues.

About Us

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.