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:

Emphasis on Safety
Teamwork
Technology innovation
Operational integrity

Under general direction from and reporting to the Field Leader(s), the Solids Control Field 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 14 days on 7 days off rotational schedule, on various project based work sites. This is a safety sensative position.

We are hiring for our Calgary office - but field technicians work all across Canada on remote locations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Able to work 14 days on and 7 days off. (Schedule will vary by job site).
Able to work 12-hour shifts (rotation), daily, including overtime
Able to work a Swing (rotation) from 12:00PM to 12:00AM or 12:00AM to 12:00PM. Trainee will job shadow with an experienced Technician and Field Leader
Must be able to travel domestically to remote locations, throughout Canada.
Will be assigned to a project, or multiple projects (when required)
Will learn how to rig up and rig down equipment
Will learn and operate a variety of solids control equipment including shaker tanks, centrifuge, drying equipment, and pumps
Will develop basic knowledge, or use current knowledge of Environmental Services
Will gain an understanding of basic electrical principles
Will develop an understanding of drilling fluid properties including fluid weight, funnel viscosity, retort analysis, etc., and will perform fluid analysis
Will learn how to perform various solids control services such as air drilling, barite recovery, de-watering, floc water, fluid transfers, target lo gravity solids, cuttings drying/invert recovery, etc
Will learn how to perform basic routine maintenance services and routine electrical services on various equipment
Will learn how to operate heavy machinery, safely and efficiently, with supervision. (This is a safety sensitive position)
Must maintain a clean and orderly work environment by using a variety of pressure washing equipment
Will attend and actively participate in daily safety meetings
You will be responsible for completing daily PJRA/JSA, inspection reports, observation reports, and checklists, as required
You will be required to wear proper PPE while working on a job site
Must always abide by safety protocols

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.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Team player who can work independently
Must be mechanically inclined with comprehension for electronics
Will learn how to input routine data into various systems including company Portal
Must be a problem solver and use time efficiently
Must have ability to develop professional relationships with everyone working on the rig
Must be customer service oriented, learning how to use diplomacy and tact
Will learn how to operate and will operate an excavator, forklift or Wheel Loader and will operate them daily, will achieve certification(s) to operate equipment. This is a safety sensitive position
Will earn certifications for various Rig Safety programs including, H2S, WHMIS, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and CPR/First Aid
Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions (cold, wet, and hot)
Must have the ability to be away from home for 14 days or longer, to complete scheduled rotation (hitch)
Must keep shared living quarters clean, and orderly
Must be able to read, write and comprehend English
Trainee will advance to Field Level 1 by passing a Performance Evaluation and competency test(s)

Minimum Required Education, Credentials, Licenses and Experience:

High School diploma, or GED equivalent
Must be 18 years of age or older
2-year Associate's degree or technical diploma, in Technology, Electronics, or Mechanics, or similar field, is preferred
Prior Forklift, Excavator, or Wheel Loader experience, or Certifications, is/are preferred. Certification training will be provided prior to working on a job site
Basic Microsoft Office experience including Outlook
Must have a valid Provincial driver's license, valid insurance, and an acceptable (low to zero demerits) driving record.
This position requires a valid driver's license (Class 5 in AB/BC/SK or Class G in ON, or equivalent in another province/territory)
This position has been designated as safety-sensitive. As a condition of employment, you may be required to undergo pre-employment drug and alcohol testing (urine and/or breath analysis)

Requirements

Prior Solid's Control Experience, preferred
1 or more years of dewatering or water based mud / transfer
Having experience operating shaker tanks, centrifuge, drying equipment, and pumps, preferred
Prior Heavy Equipment Experience (Ex. Forklift, Excavator, or Wheel Loader), preferred
Holding prior Certifications, preferred. (WHMIS, H2S, CPR - First Aid, Lockout Tagout (LOTO))
Having a basic understanding of drilling fluid properties, preferred

Benefits

Company Provided Benefits

Employee Health Insurance (100% Employer -paid)
Dependent Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Vacation time - Paid
Paid Holidays

Additional Available Benefits

Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Additional Life Insurance / Dependent Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
RRSP/DPSP Retirement Plan with Company Match

Stage 3 Separation

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Solids Control Field Technician - Canada