Field Maintenance Tech PDC

The Field Maintenance Technician 1 travels to drilling rig field locations to perform a variety of equipment service and maintenance activities. Activities include servicing, repairing, adjusting, inspecting and testing equipment, documenting equipment condition and maintenance activities. Additional duties include training and mentoring other technicians and rig crews on operational level maintenance, coordinating maintenance related projects on rigs, and providing appropriate feedback to the job site manager and maintenance management team.

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Description:

Plan appropriately to drive extended distances to rig locations and perform maintenance duties

Basic diagnostic knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical faults and plan coordination for the repair of the system(s)

Assist in training operational crews and assistant technicians in preventative maintenance checks and services, including how to properly implement and conduct basic and intermediate repairs

Assist in maintenance related projects on the rig with the rig crew or 3rd party support

Assist with repairs identified during the technical level inspections

Demonstrate basic knowledge in performing and accurately documenting the findings of technical level inspections on the Top Drive, Mud Pump , Iron Roughneck, Catwalk, Engines and/or electrical/VFD inspections

Ability to read and have a basic understanding of schematics (electrical, mechanical, and/or hydraulic)

Effectively utilize multimeter to detect voltages and current in basic electrical and electric over hydraulic circuits

Effectively wire circuitry and plugs ranging from 4 milliamps to 480 volts

Demonstrate knowledge in utilizing feeler gauges, dial indicators and other specific tools to perform inspections

Utilize Cat ET, Waukesha, and other programming platforms to perform engine diagnostics

Effectively install, test, and set hydraulic pressures utilizing a hydraulic pressure testing kit

Effectively identify and change filters in equipment

Demonstrate the ability to utilize a torque wrench and torque multiplier to appropriately torque connections

Perform trouble shooting and problem-solving on assigned equipment and assets

Other duties as assigned that may be outside of this job description

Job Requirements:

Demonstrate ability to successfully complete all duties and required trainings of a Field Maintenance Assistant Technician

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 travel to visit drilling rig work sites and support business units in all areas as assigned; requiring extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area

Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English as well as understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English

Knowledge of, ability and experience troubleshooting and repairing complex problems on multiple types of oilfield drilling equipment and systems

Possess mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and/or control system skills

Possess strong computer skills in Microsoft Office

Ability to demonstrate proficiency in using maintenance software, updating and properly closing work orders

Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl during visits to field and operational work areas

Frequently 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

Ability to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties

Ability to listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems

Ability to accurately recall information over short and long‑term memory

Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects

Stay alert and focused during occasional extended work periods

Ability to immediately respond to…