Solids Control Field Technician - Bakken Basin

Stage 3 Separation

Killdeer (ND)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K)

Job summary

Stage 3 Separation seeks a Solids Control Technician to support enhanced drilling operations and recycled drilling fluids. You will receive on‑the‑job training and work 12‑hour shifts on a 20 days on / 10 days off rotation at various rigs across the United States.

You will learn to rig up/down equipment, operate shaker tanks, centrifuge, drying equipment and pumps, and study drilling fluids. Emphasis on safety, PPE and daily safety meetings.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required; 18+ years old
2-year associate degree or technical diploma preferred in Technology/Electronics/Mech/Similar
Prior forklift/excavator/wheel loader experience or certification preferred; training provided

Responsibilities

Oversee mechanical processes for enhanced drilling operations and recycled drilling fluid
Rig up and rig down equipment on drilling rigs
Operate solids control equipment including shaker tanks, centrifuge, drying equipment and pumps
Learn drilling fluid properties and perform basic drilling fluid analysis
Attend safety meetings and maintain PPE/FR compliance
Maintain clean and orderly work area in the rig backyard
Complete daily PJRA/JSA, inspection and observation reports

Skills

Team player

Mechanically inclined

English literacy

Problem solver

Customer service oriented

Outdoor work耐

Education

High School diploma or GED

2-year Associate's degree or technical diploma

Tools

Forklift

Excavator

Wheel Loader

Shaker tanks

Centrifuge

Drying equipment

Pumps

Job description

Centrifuge
Forklift

Stage 3 specializes in high quality solids control equipment designed for mud systems to effectively manage solids, reducing costs for the customer and providing limited or zero discharge solutions as necessary. But we don't stop there. Additionally, Stage 3 uses a team of Solids Control Field Technicians, field supervisors, engineers and scientists to make intelligent and informed recommendations on how to best manage your job for efficiency and cost savings.

While our business has expanded, our mission remains to provide superior service and performance through:

Emphasis on Safety
Teamwork
Technology innovation
Operational integrity

Under general direction from and reporting to the Field Leader(s), the Solids Control Technician is responsible for overseeing mechanical processes which are used to provide enhanced drilling operations and recycled drilling fluid through closed loop and other mud systems. You will receive on the job training, on a variety of our specialized Stage 3 equipment. You will work 12 hour shifts, on a 20 days on 10 days off rotational schedule, in the "back yard" of various drilling rigs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Able to work 20 days on and 10 days off.
Able to work 12-hour shifts (rotation), daily, including overtime
Able to work a Swing (rotation) from 12:00PM to 12:00AM or 12:00AM to 12:00PM. Trainee will job shadow with an experienced Technician and Field Leader
Must be able to travel domestically to remote rig locations, in personal vehicle, throughout the United States.
Will be assigned to one rig for rotation, or multiple rigs - based on business requirement
Will learn how to rig up and rig down equipment
Will learn and operate a variety of solids control equipment including shaker tanks, centrifuge, drying equipment, and pumps
Will develop basic understanding of oil and gas drilling processes
Will develop basic knowledge of Environmental Services
Will gain an understanding of basic electrical principles
Will develop an understanding of drilling fluid properties including drilling fluid weight, funnel viscosity, retort analysis, etc., and will perform drilling fluid analysis
Will learn how to perform various solids control services such as air drilling, barite recovery, de-watering, floc water, fluid transfers, target lo gravity solids, cuttings drying/invert recovery, etc
Will learn how to perform basic routine maintenance services and routine electrical services on various equipment
Will learn how to move cuttings from pits to trailers, by operating heavy machinery, safely and efficiently, with supervision.
Must maintain a clean and orderly "backyard" by using a variety of pressure washing equipment
Will attend and actively participate in daily safety meetings
You will be responsible for completing daily PJRA/JSA, inspection reports, observation reports, and checklists, as required
You will be required to wear proper PPE/FR's while working in the backyard of a drilling rig
Must always abide by safety protocols

NOTE: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time by a manager, with or without notice.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Team player who can work independently
Must be mechanically inclined with comprehension for electronics
Will learn how to input routine data into various systems including company Portal
Must be a problem solver and use time efficiently
Must have ability to develop professional relationships with everyone working on the rig
Must be customer service oriented, learning how to use diplomacy and tact
Will learn how to operate and will operate an excavator, forklift or Wheel Loader and will operate them daily, will and earn certification
Will earn certifications for various Rig Safety programs including PEC Safe Land, H2S, and CPR/First Aid
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (cold, wet, and hot)
Must have the ability to be away from home for 20 days or longer, to complete scheduled rotation (hitch)
Must keep living quarters clean, and orderly
Must be able to read, write and comprehend English
Trainee will advance to Field Level 1 by passing a Performance Evaluation and competency test(s)

Minimum Required Education, Credentials, Licenses and Experience

High School diploma, or GED equivalent
Must be 18 years of age or older
2-year Associate's degree or technical diploma, in Technology, Electronics, or Mechanics, or similar field, is preferred
Prior Forklift, Excavator, or Wheel Loader experience, or Certifications, is/are preferred. Certification training will be provided prior to working on a rig
Basic Microsoft Office experience including Outlook
Must have a valid State driver's license, valid insurance, and an acceptable driving record.
Must have reliable transportation to and from assigned rig site locations
This position is contingent upon successfully passing a background check which includes running a criminal history, pre-employment drug testing (hair folicle and urine), and fit for duty physical.

Requirements