Onshore Rig Electrician – Electrical & PLC Specialist

Precision Drilling Corporation; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Generous time off

Career training and development

Job summary

Precision Drilling Corporation is seeking a Rig Electrician for West Texas 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 a safety-focused approach.

The candidate should have 5–10 years of experience with drilling equipment, a high school diploma or trade certification, and proficiency with SAP and MS Office, plus experience with Amphion

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience diagnosing, repairing and overhauling drilling equipment.
• High school diploma or relevant trade certification.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with hydraulic systems and ability to read equipment schematics.
• Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Amphion Drilling Controls, SBCs, and generator controls; valid driver’s license; pass pre-employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems on land-based drilling rigs.
• Collaborate with rig crews, Electrical Foreman, and contractors to ensure safety and reliability.
• Diagnose and repair electrical components such as circuit breakers, panels, lighting, junction boxes, and control equipment.
• Test circuits, maintain spare parts inventory, and document inspections and maintenance activities.
• Provide 24/7 support for equipment breakdowns as required.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematics reading

SAP

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or trade certification

Tools

Amphion Drilling Controls

SBCs

Woodward generator controls

Driver’s license

Job description

Precision Drilling Corporation is seeking a Rig Electrician for West Texas 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 a safety-focused approach.

The candidate should have 5–10 years of experience with drilling equipment, a high school diploma or trade certification, and proficiency with SAP and MS Office, plus experience with Amphion