Rigzone - Permian Basin Job Fair - Solids Control Field Technician

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:

• Technology innovation
• Teamwork
• Operational integrity
• Emphasis on Safety

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 rotational schedule, in the "back yard" of various drilling rigs. We are hiring in and around 3 regions; West, South or East Texas.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Trouble shoot, diagnose, and repair equipment failures
• Operate heavy equipment such as a front loader, forklift, and/or excavator to move drilled cuttings or load in a truck
• Perform routine maintenance on mechanical equipment as required and/or needed
• Operate all equipment and systems in a safe and efficient manner
• Attend and participate in safety meetings
• Maintain/operate solids control equipment such as centrifuges, trough & sizer, shakers, pumps, etc.
• Apply safe work practices, identify/report unsafe work conditions, and eliminate safety hazards
• Set up and tear down of equipment on rig site locations
• Collect and validate all critical data required to complete daily reports
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Ensure all equipment and systems are being operated to company standards and policies
• Ensure all documentation/data required is collected, timely and accurately
• Operate, monitor, and control process levels, mud weights, pressures, and flows for applicable processes

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.

Requirements

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work 12hr shifts (days, swing, and nights), working weekends and holidays
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Must be able to lift 50-75 pounds multiple time per day and climb stairs (up and down) in
• Must be able to work a rotational schedule of 14 days on/7 days off, with flexible hours
• Must be able to travel (drive or fly), to remote locations throughout the United States
• Must have effective organizational skills
• Must have the ability to work 12hr shifts (days, swing, and nights), including weekends and holidays
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and written
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, wet, or cold depending on location
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, and work in tight spaces for extended periods of time
• Must be able to travel (drive or fly), to remote locations throughout the United States
• Must have reliable transportation to travel to and from rig site locations
• Must be a reliable and accountable employee
• Must be a team player having, who can work independently
• Able to work a rotational schedule of 14 days on/7 days off with flexible hours

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, LICENSES and, EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• A valid driver's license, required
• Must be able to pass our Pre-Employment testing consisting of the following: Background Test, Physical Fitness Test, and Drug Test consisting of a Urine and Hair Follicle Analysis
• Must have basic computer experience using Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Family Health Insurance (After 18 months, 100% Employer-paid)
• Employee Health Insurance (100% Employer-paid)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Per Diem Allowance ( Field Technician)
• Life Insurance
• Company Provided Benefits

• Short Term Disability
• 401(K)
• Long Term Disability
• Additional Available Benefits
• Additional Life Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance