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The Assistant Technician, Field Maintenance travels to drilling rig field locations to perform a variety of equipment service and maintenance activities. Activities include servicing, repairing, adjusting and testing equipment, documenting equipment condition and maintenance activities.

This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Detailed Job Description:

• P lan a pp r op ri a te ly t o d r i ve e x t e nd e d d is t a n c e s t o rig l o c a t i on s a n d p e r f o r m mai nt e n a n c e d ut i e s
• Assist in t raining ope r a t i o n al c r e w s i n p r e v e n t a t i v e ma i nt e n a n c e c he ck s a n d s e rvi c e s, i n c l ud i n g h o w t o p r op e rl y c ondu c t b asic a n d i nte r m ed ia t e r e p airs
• Help d iag no se m e c h a n i c al, h y d ra u li c , o r e l e c t ri c al f a u l t s a n d p l a n c oo r d i n a t i o n f o r t h e r ep air o f t h e s y s t e m o r s y s te ms
• Assist in c oo r d i n a t ing a n d c o n du c ting 2nd a n d 3rd l e v e l i n s p e c t i on s a n d r ep a i rs o n m u l t i p le p i e c e s o f e qu i p m e nt
• Assist in mainte n a n c e r e la t e d p r o j e c t s o n t h e r ig w i t h th e rig c r e w o r 3rd p ar t y s up p o rt
• Assist in de v e l o ping a n d m on i to ring s p are a n d r ep la c e m en t p ar t s lis t i n g fo r s p e c i f ic eq u i p m e n t
• Assist in de v e l op m en t a n d c o n du c t t r ai n i n g f o r all rig c o m p o n e n ts
• Help mon i to r iss u es, c o n d u c t r oo t c a u se a n al y sis a n d t r en d a n al y sis th r ou g h m u l t i p le f a c et s o f i n f o rm a t i o n ga t he ri n g
• Assist o p e ra t i on s in d es i g n a t e d M ai n ten a n c e / Po l i c y im p lem e nt a t i o n
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather)
• Ability to operate heavy equipment
• Ability to travel to visit drilling rig work sites and support business units; requiring extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area
• Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
• Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl during visits to field and operational work areas
• Frequent use a variety of hand and power tools to perform a range of mechanically oriented functions including independent use of heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools
• Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties
• Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems
• Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects
• Stay alert and focused including during occasional extended work periods
• Demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to promptly give, and follow, directions when working with others
• Physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times
• Ability to work a rotational schedule that can include days or nights as well as weekends and holidays
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Strong interpersonal skills including ability to interact productively with coworkers and third parties

Minimum Qu a l i fi c a t ion s

• High school diploma, certificate or equivalent is required
• One (1) year stable related work history (motor, engine, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical)
• Must have valid state-issued driver’s license and be eligible to drive Company vehicle including ability to meet requirements of Company’s vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy

Preferred Qualifications

• Control system experience
• Technical training or advanced education in a relevant vocational field

Work Environment

This position requires the person to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including precipitation, cold / heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions. The Technician will be exposed to the typical conditions of the local area where the drilling operations and rigs are located. The Technician must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties. They must be able to work closely with others and under deadlines including time-sensitive response situations. They must be willing to work extended schedules that will include working days, nights, weekends and holidays.