Solids Control Field Technician - Toronto, Ontario

Location

Toronto, ON

Full job description

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 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 an average 12 hour shift, on a rotational schedule, in the "back yard" of various drilling rigs, or work on various environmental projects around Canada.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ensure all equipment and systems are being operated to company standards and policies

Maintain/operate solids control equipment such as centrifuges, trough & sizer, shakers, pumps, etc.

Operate all equipment and systems in a safe and efficient manner

Perform routine maintenance on mechanical equipment as required and/or needed

Trouble shoot, diagnose, and repair equipment failures

Operate, monitor, and control process levels, mud weights, pressures, and flows for applicable processes

Ensure all documentation/data required is collected, timely and accurately

Collect and validate all critical data required to complete daily reports

Attend and participate in safety meetings

Apply safe work practices, identify/report unsafe work conditions, and eliminate safety hazards

Maintain a safe and clean work environment

Set up and tear down of equipment on rig site locations

Operate heavy equipment such as a front loader, forklift, and/or excavator to move drilled cuttings or load in a truck

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

High school diploma or equivalent is required

A valid driver's license, and reliable transportation

Previous field experience in the Oil and Gas industry required; dewatering and solids control experience preferred

Heavy Equipment certification (excavator, and forklift) would be considered an asset but not required

Have active certifications from Energy Safety Canada; H2S Alive, Fall Protection and Confined Space Entry. preferred.

Willingness to work flexible hours

Willingness to travel to remote locations across Canada

Ability to work in all weather conditions including extreme heat or cold depending on location

Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally

Experience working with Microsoft Office and other computer systems

Strong team player with the ability to work independently

Effective organizational skills are required

Must be able to; lift 55 pounds and walk up and down stairs/ladders frequently, stand for extended periods, and work in tight spaces