MPD Choke Operator: Precision Well Control

Premium Oilfield Technologies; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Oilfield Technologies is hiring an MPD Choke Operator to support safe, efficient drilling operations. You will monitor choke systems, maintain wellbore pressure, and collaborate with the Driller and MPD Supervisors to optimize performance in dynamic environments.

The role requires 3–5 years in drilling ops and at least 2 years in MPD or Underbalanced Drilling, plus MPD certification and safety credentials. Physical work and shift rotations are part of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree preferred.
• 3–5 years in drilling operations; at least 2 years in MPD or Underbalanced Drilling.
• MPD certification (Premium U) and safety certifications (H2S, BOSIET) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor MPD choke systems to maintain precise wellbore pressure.
• Adjust surface backpressure in real time to optimize bottom hole pressure.
• Collaborate with the Driller and MPD Supervisors for seamless operations.
• Perform system checks, calibrations, and functional testing.
• Log and report MPD parameters and events.

Skills

Drilling hydraulics

Well control

MPD systems

Problem solving

Data logging

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree preferred

Job description

Premium Oilfield Technologies is hiring an MPD Choke Operator to support safe, efficient drilling operations. You will monitor choke systems, maintain wellbore pressure, and collaborate with the Driller and MPD Supervisors to optimize performance in dynamic environments.

The role requires 3–5 years in drilling ops and at least 2 years in MPD or Underbalanced Drilling, plus MPD certification and safety credentials. Physical work and shift rotations are part of the job.