Job Summary

The Rig Maintenance Technician performs critical Repairs of the Electrical, Hydraulic and Mechanical Rig equipment and systems in the field.

Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Works in a safe, healthy, and environmentally protective manner
• Maintains, Troubleshoots and Repairs electrical equipment/systems
• Maintains, Troubleshoots and Repairs hydraulic equipment/systems
• Maintains, Troubleshoots and Repairs mechanical equipment/systems
• Reports and corrects any unsafe work practices and safety hazards
• Assists and performs tasks as instructed by the Maintenance Supervisor and rig customers
• Participates in and promotes all company safety programs, processes, and requirements
• Attends Operations Training up to two times per year and up to five days per training at designated locations
• Performs other duties as directed by management
• Demonstrates willingness and availability to work long hours and weekends, when requested, on short notice
• Works as a team member with the rest of the Maintenance Group with the goal of minimizing Rig downtime, and optimizing rig systems performance
• Inspects Rig equipment to identify and remedy potential issues before they lead to downtime or more costly repairs
• Trains and instructs Rig Crews on Maintenance tasks
• Assists in the training and instruction/skill development of more junior Maintenance Technicians

Technical Competencies

• Understands and is capable of reading all safety / training requirements and materials
• Understands all major rig components and the necessary maintenance and repairs
• Maintains familiarity with Top Drives, Iron Roughnecks, Iron Derrickman, Programmable Logic Controllers and Variable Frequency Drives
• Understands three-phase electrical generation, controls and power systems
• Understands and works according to knowledge with electrical, hydraulic and workplace hazards and safety

Behavioral Competencies

• Works in a manner that insures personal safety and the safety of fellow employees.
• Maintains a professional, effective, and polite relationship with other Ensign employees and suppliers
• Strives continuously to develop a greater knowledge of the total Maintenance Group operation, including the duties of the Maintenance Supervisor
• Works well as a team player and demonstrates willingness to share knowledge to advance knowledge and skills of others