Field Maintenance Tech PDC

Patterson-UTI•Gilsonite, CO

11h•Onsite

About The Position

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. This role involves planning appropriately to drive extended distances to rig locations and perform maintenance duties.

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 emergency situations
Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times which could include but is not limited to hard hat, safety glasses, coveralls, work gloves, respirator, and hearing protection
Ability to work a rotational schedule that can include days or nights as well as weekends, holidays, and be on call after hours
Demonstrate basic math skills
Possess strong interpersonal skills including ability to interact productively with coworkers and third parties; working closely with others under deadlines including time-sensitive response situations
Ability to operate oilfield equipment, and pass all certification exams as necessary
Attend and successfully complete all additional training courses, certification courses and related work, as assigned
Work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties
Ability to successfully meet pre-employment testing requirements which may include, without limitation, pre-employment drug and alcohol test(s) and background checks as well as drug and/or alcohol testing periodically during employment (subject to state and federal laws)
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum two (2) years stable related work history in field maintenance or one (1) year of troubleshooting and repair related experience and successful completion of related vocational training
Must have valid state-issued driver’s license and be eligible to drive Company vehicle including ability to meet requirements of Company’s vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy

Nice To Haves

2 years of Patterson-UTI field-based experience
Related OEM training
Experience working with Omron, Amphion, or Current Power Control systems, or related electrical control systems
Experience with equipment maintenance to include: Caterpillar 3512 series engines, Waukesha L7044 Series engines, Alta DW, F-1600 mud pumps, Forum Catwalk, GD800 DW, ST-80, Rotary Table, Hydraulics, TDS 11 Top Drive, ADS-10 SD DW, DSDG 375 DW, or related
Experience with: Omron, Amphion, Current Power, Siemens, Function Block, Allen Bradley, ABB Drives, Woodward Easy Gen Controls, Yaskawa Drives, or other related electrical equipment
Previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role in the oil and natural gas industry or related field

Responsibilities

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, MudPump, 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