USR - Workover Rig Experienced Mechanic (Texas)

Ensign Energy Services Inc.•Odessa, TX

23d

About The Position

The Field Mechanic: Levels 1 – 4 is responsible for the maintenance and repair of drilling rigs and other oilfield equipment.

Requirements

Understands and is capable of reading all safety / training requirements and materials
Understands and is proficient in basic mechanical and technical skills
Works in a manner that insures personal safety and the safety of fellow employees.
Maintains a professional, effective, and polite relationship with other Ensign employees and suppliers
Strives continuously to develop a greater knowledge and proficiency as related to job
Works well as a team player and demonstrates willingness to share knowledge to advance knowledge and skills of others
Respects chain of command and follows through on instructions
Reads and understands hydraulic and electrical schematics
be at least 18 years of age
pass a post-offer physical examination, fitness testing, safety aptitude test, drug tests & background check
provide proof and maintain proper legal authorization to work in the United States
maintain a valid driver’s license, good driving record and medical card, and meet Ensign Insurance Requirements to drive
arrange for reliable transportation to and from work and training locations
speak and read English well enough to understand verbal and written safety postings, alerts and announcements, communicate with co-workers and be able to participate in job safety analysis meetings
High School diploma or GED is preferred
High School diploma or GED and 1 year of experience is preferred
High School diploma or GED, Technical Degree and/or 3 years of experience is preferred
High School diploma or GED, Technical Degree and/or 5 years of experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Works in a safe, healthy, and environmentally protective manner
Follows direction in close communication with supervisor and rig managers
Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Demonstrates computer proficiency and documents work, per Ensign standards
Inspects finished work to ensure quality and completeness
Demonstrates willingness & availability to work long hours & weekends when requested, on short notice
Works occasionally in the shop
Obeys all DOT rules and regulations and is willing and able to travel when and where requested
Reports and corrects any unsafe work practices and safety hazards
Participates in all safety programs, processes and requirements
Attends Operations Training up to two times per year and up to five days per training at designated locations
Performs other duties as directed by management
Understands and is proficient in lubrication, fluid changes, brake change, and other minor repairs of vehicles, trucks, forklifts, and loaders
Demonstrates a basic understanding of rig operations and components
Changes out radiators, starters, turbo chargers, and other minor on-site repairs
Performs and documents mud pump inspections
Understands and is observant in identifying potential rig site equipment issues requiring attention
Verifies that asset numbers are stamped on equipment and stamps asset numbers when needed
Participates in an on-call field mechanic rotation and is available and ready to work 24/7 when on-call
Understands and Is proficient in all Field Mechanic Level 1 duties
Understands and is proficient and confident in skills to work independently
Troubleshoots equipment problems and issues both over the phone and on-site
Repairs rig equipment on location, e.g. mud pumps, engines, clutches, torque converters, motors and loaders
Understands and is proficient in almost all loader related repairs
Troubleshoots electrical problems
Sets up for repairs before shutting equipment or rig down
Leads minor special projects effectively
Mentors and oversees Field Mechanic Level 1
Understands and is proficient in all Field Mechanic Level 1 and 2 duties
Passes and maintains certification in Caterpillar DLMS on-line training, Caterpillar ET Computer Training, Natural Gas Engines 1 & 2 courses, and other training classes as required
Performs engine repairs in the field effectively
Plans work and orders parts for those jobs ahead of time when possible
Leads moderate-in-scope special projects effectively
Mentors and oversees Field Mechanics Levels 1 and 2
Understands and is proficient in all Field Mechanic Level 1, 2 and 3 duties
Performs as and is viewed by most others as a lead mechanic: demonstrates confidence, is well trained, and able to address almost any problem that arises
Leads major special projects effectively
Leads field service when supervisor is not available effectively
Mentors and oversees Field Mechanics Levels 1, 2 and 3