Land Rig Electrician — 2/2 Rotations, Safety Focused

Precision Drilling Corporation; Texas; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Drilling Corporation is hiring a Rig Electrician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems on land-based drilling rigs. The role supports field operations with a 2-week on/2-week off rotation and requires strong diagnostic skills and safe work practices.

You will collaborate with rig crews, foremen, and contractors, ensuring system reliability, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety standards. A high school diploma or trade certification is required.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling drilling equipment.
• High school diploma or relevant trade certification required.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with hydraulic systems and the ability to read and interpret equipment schematics.
• Technical proficiency with SAP (notifications, maintenance reporting) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience with Amphion Drilling Controls, SBCs, and generator controls (Ross Hill/Woodward); valid driver’s license required and must pass pre-employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems, including SCR units, VFDs, and PLCs on drilling rigs.
• Diagnose and repair electrical components such as circuit breakers, panels, lighting systems, junction boxes, and control equipment.
• Test circuits, maintain spare parts inventory, and complete accurate documentation of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with rig crews, Electrical Foreman, and contractors to ensure safe operations, proper training, and system reliability.
• Adhere to safety and company standards, participate in training, and provide 24/7 support for equipment breakdowns as required.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Drilling equipment

Schematics reading

SAP

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma/trade certification

Tools

Amphion Drilling Controls

SBCs

Generator controls (Ross Hill/Woodward)

Job description

Precision Drilling Corporation is hiring a Rig Electrician to install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems on land-based drilling rigs. The role supports field operations with a 2-week on/2-week off rotation and requires strong diagnostic skills and safe work practices.

You will collaborate with rig crews, foremen, and contractors, ensuring system reliability, accurate documentation, and adherence to safety standards. A high school diploma or trade certification is required.