Mud Logging Technician

MCWL Paladin Geological Services is an Oilfield Service Company based in Norman, OK. We are innovative, fast‑paced, and data‑driven.

MCWL began in 1990 as a mud logging company and has since grown into a leader in all facets of formation evaluation services. In June 2020, MCWL joined forces with technology powerhouse, Paladin Geological Services. Our mud logging and geosteering options are greatly enhanced by our real‑time and laboratory geochemical expertise.

We are the leading edge of technological advances and dedicated to cost‑effectively providing the highest quality services to our clients in every basin of the U.S. and internationally in both onshore and offshore drilling.

• Relaxed atmosphere
• On‑the‑job training
• Growth opportunities

As a Mudlogging Technician for MCWL Paladin, you will be responsible for on‑site geology of the wellbore. You will communicate with client geologists and engineers to provide accurate written and verbal reports of ongoing projects, maintain equipment on location daily ensuring high accuracy, and detail changes in geology throughout the wellbore, identifying areas of interest through rock cuttings, gas, and oil analysis.

• Able to work 12‑hour shifts in exposed climates for upwards of 3 weeks, sometimes longer
• Proficiency with MS Office with emphasis on Excel, as well as Mudlogging Software such as Wellsight & Main Log
• Provide reports at a high level of detail for each client, multiple times a day
• Exceptional communication skills, coordinating with on‑site and off‑site personnel
• Ability to adapt and work under pressure during times of heavy workload
• Able to lift (up to 50 lbs.), bend, sit, stand, and walk up and down stairs for extended periods of time in exposed work environments

• High School Diploma / GED Equivalent
• At least 1 year of on‑site Well Site Geology / Mud Logging Experience
• Valid Driver's License with clean driving record and stable transportation to and from remote work locations
• Resident of & legal to work within the United States
• Pre‑Employment Drug Screening

• B.S. in Geology
• 3‑5 years of experience across multiple basins and formations
• Knowledge of Oklahoma, West Texas, New Mexico, SCOOP & STACK, and other basins

Job Type: Full‑time

• 12‑hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Oil and Gas