Entry-Level / Trainee Field Service Technician
About The Position
The Entry-Level / Trainee Field Service Technician trains alongside senior technicians to learn the mobilization, installation, and maintenance of specialized surface rental equipment at active drilling sites across the Permian Basin. Equipment includes manual and automated chokes, mud/gas separators, and flare stacks. The company provides hands-on training and a skill-based progression to Level I and Level II Technician roles. Upon progression to Level I, the stated pay is $21.00–$23.00 per hour. This full-time field operations role is based in Williston, North Dakota, and involves a 12-hour rotating schedule across days and nights, including weekends and holidays, with heavy travel and work in harsh outdoor conditions. A company field truck is provided; a valid driver's license and clear driving record are required. The position also requires a background check and drug screening.
Requirements
- No prior oilfield experience is required.
- A valid driver's license and clean driving record are mandatory to operate the company field vehicle.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds, stand for long periods, and work efficiently in harsh outdoor field environments.
- Willingness to work alternating day and night shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays on a demanding field schedule.
- Strong problem-solving skills, punctuality, a strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn complex mechanical systems.
- Must pass a background check and drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- Background in mechanical trades, construction, landscaping, farming or ranching, or military service is highly valued.
Responsibilities
- Learn to assemble, rig up, and rig down specialized rental tools, flowlines, manifolds, and surface equipment at drilling locations.
- Assist senior crew members with setup and safe execution of hydrostatic pressure testing to verify system integrity.
- Use basic hand and power tools to clean, maintain, and prepare chokes, valves, separators, and flare stacks for operation.
- Follow site safety protocols, wear appropriate personal protective equipment, participate in daily safety meetings (JSAs), and watch out for crew members.
- Adapt to a 12-hour rotating field schedule that includes day and night shifts, weekends, holidays, travel, and work in extreme outdoor weather.
- Progress through skill-based training in equipment mechanics, safety perimeter rules, line configurations, tool operations, rig-up, troubleshooting, choke operations, pressure verification, and automated choke systems.
- At the Level II stage, begin mentoring new trainees.
Benefits
- Paid comprehensive training from day one.
- $25 daily per diem when traveling.
- Dedicated company truck and specialized field tooling.
- Regular built-in overtime opportunities.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
- Documented career progression with opportunities to advance in title and hourly pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
