MPD Field Technician II — Pressure Drilling Specialist

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nabors in Houston, TX is seeking an MPD Technician to support MPD/RCD equipment operations, including choke control, hydraulics modeling and pressure monitoring. This field rotational role reports to the MPD Supervisor. Candidates should have 3–5 years of MPD or underbalanced drilling experience and a high school diploma or GED.

A valid Well Control Certification is preferred. Willingness to travel extensively to client locations is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years minimum experience in manage pressure drilling or under balanced drilling.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Performs field execution of MPD jobs in a safe, timely and efficient manner
• Practices safety awareness and environmental consciousness, and complies with all applicable QHSE guidelines. Follows prescribed MPD operational and safety procedures
• Actively participates in pre-job safety meetings
• Repair, overhaul and pressure testing where appropriate all MPD equipment including lines, valves, chokes and mud-gas separator
• Inspect all equipment used and perform preventive maintenance checks and service
• Maintain company issued tools and develop knowledge and skill in their use
• Extensive travel to customer’s locations and field support of on-going operations will be required
• Work effectively as part of operational team in diverse drilling locations
• Through formal and on the job training develop the ability to safely and efficiently operate the MPD system and associated equipment.

Skills

Manage pressure drilling experience

Well Control Certification

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Nabors in Houston, TX is seeking an MPD Technician to support MPD/RCD equipment operations, including choke control, hydraulics modeling and pressure monitoring. This field rotational role reports to the MPD Supervisor. Candidates should have 3–5 years of MPD or underbalanced drilling experience and a high school diploma or GED.

A valid Well Control Certification is preferred. Willingness to travel extensively to client locations is required.