Mud Plant Operator

Doyon, Limited; Alaska; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage (FEHB)

401(k) with company match (up to 4%)

Disability & life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Fairweather, a Doyon company, is seeking a Mud Plant Operator to operate and maintain the mud plant facility in Alaska. The role requires prior oilfield experience, a valid driver’s license, and ability to lift 50 lbs. The work includes mixing drilling fluids, operating equipment, and conducting inspections.

On-site rotation is 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off with 12.5-hour shifts. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Prior oilfield experience in a similar capacity.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Certified forklift operator or ability to obtain certification.
• Ability to read, write, correspond and comprehend instructions in the English language.
• Ability to read and understand equipment operating & maintenance manuals.
• Understanding of P&IDs and process flow diagrams.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs overhead.

Responsibilities

• Perform drilling fluid mixing and transfer operations including piping line ups between pits, tanks, and trucks.
• Operate mix equipment, lifting equipment, and loader.
• Add product based on provided mix design.
• Perform maintenance and inspections of facility equipment.
• Perform Task Hazard Assessment or Job Safety Analysis for all work and take corrective actions to mitigate risk and hazards.
• General duties such as cleaning and removing trash.

Skills

Oilfield experience

Valid driver’s license

Forklift certification

English proficiency

P&IDs literacy

Read manuals

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Mud Plant Operator

About Fairweather

Fairweather is a trusted service provider in Alaska, delivering specialized solutions in remote and Arctic environments. Our mission istosupport operations with safety, integrity, and excellence. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees are equipped with thetools and support needed for success.

Why You Should Work for Us

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative work culture
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Commitment to employee safety and well-being

Total Rewards & Benefits

• Medical Coverage: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plans, including medical, dental, and vision
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) upto4% company match.
• Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and voluntary supplemental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free counseling and support services
• Paid Holidays: Observance of major federal holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and dependent care options

Position Overview

The mud plant operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the mud plant facility. Operators are expected to have some prior experience and knowledge of drilling fluids or similar plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform drilling fluid mixing and transfer operations including but not limited to:
  • Piping line ups between pits, tanks, and trucks
  • Operating mix equipment, lifting equipment, and loader
  • Adding product based on provided mix design
• General duties as assigned including but not limited to:
  • Cleaning
  • Removing trash
• Perform maintenance and inspections of facility equipment
• Perform Task Hazard Assessment or Job Safety Analysis for all work and take corrective actions to mitigate risk and hazards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Prior oilfield experience in a similar capacity
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Certified forklift operator or ability to obtain certification
• Ability to read, write, correspond and comprehend instructions in the English language
• Ability to read and understand equipment operating & maintenance manuals
• Understanding of P&IDs and process flow diagrams
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs overhead

Working Conditions

• Alpine, North Slope based 2 week on / 2 week off rotation
• 12-1/2 hour work shifts

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The majority of work takes place in a professional office environment with a diverse group of individuals, each with distinct roles, personalities, and skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is generally dynamic, requiring routine walking, standing, bending, and carrying items weighing up to fifty pounds.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

It is Fairweather's business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT

Fairweather is a Doyon company. As such, it grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first and, second, to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference, in all phases of employment and training, including, but not limited to, hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.

Fairweather is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments

A review of this position has excluded marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.