Field Technician III

Nabors • Houston, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking to hire an experienced field service technician to look after the service and maintenance needs of our customers. As a field service technician, you will be required to travel to client locations, install new equipment, respond to service requests, troubleshoot equipment issues, and provide technical training on company equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and/or trade/technical school diploma or 2 years related experience in any one of the following our vocations: Mechanical, Electrical, Drilling Systems or Electronics.
• Must be fluent in English, and possess the following abilities: to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, to write simple correspondence, to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternative solutions, works well in a problem-solving situation.
• Possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Possess the ability to compute rate, ratio and percentage.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• General knowledge of word processing software and email messaging, and an all-around general knowledge of computers operations.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Valid Passport
• Ability to read and understand schematics
• Able to troubleshoot equipment
• Able to use process meters and micrometers
• Knowledge of OEM drilling equipment and ability to make repairs
• Electrical (up to 600V) and Hydraulic/Mechanical knowledge

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of Microsoft Office
• Advanced Mechanical and Electrical training
• Basic knowledge of Oil & Gas industry

Responsibilities

• Performs installations, maintenance, and repair of Company manufactured drilling equipment to include, Top Drive and components, Powered Catwalk and components, Hydraulic Wrench and components.
• Electrical systems integration, and troubleshooting of complete Top Drive, Catwalk and Hydraulic Wrench systems, as well as supervise and train less experienced technicians.
• Demonstrates ability to reading and understanding equipment schematics and drawings.
• Advanced understanding of Hydraulic and Electrical equipment, functions and testing.
• Assists higher level Technicians, as well as work independently with minimal supervision.
• Schedules and monitor workflow for continuing daily progress.
• Inspects all equipment used and perform preventative maintenance checks and service and notify Supervisors of required repairs.
• Provides equipment parts descriptions and parts numbers to Customer and Part Sales Department.
• Promotes a safe and quality environment in which to work.
• Works overtime as required to meet customer drilling schedules and project deadlines.
• Measures and record technical data as tasks are completed, inspect documentation prior to job closure.
• Performs repairs using torque wrenches and measuring tools.
• Assist in trouble shooting using multi meters, amp probes, meggers and scopes.
• Travels to customer locations domestically and possibly international assignments.
• Troubleshoots and repair or overhaul drilling equipment to include traction motor alignments, main bearing end play verifications, and back lash and gearing verifications
• Provides shop technical experience and techniques to other areas of the company as needed.
• Follows policies and procedures.
• Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
• Maintain and complete documentation including detailed Service and Expense Reports in a professional and timely manner.
• Visits drilling rigs operating within the Technician’s geographic regions and converse with Customer Representatives.
• Seeks opportunities to install additional systems on new rigs and to upgrade, or add-on new equipment.
• Complies with and participates in company safety, reporting, and quality programs
• Maintains company issued vehicles and tools.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skill set required to properly use the tools.
• Attends all Canrig required scheduled training classes and responsible for maintaining certifications current.
• Other duties maybe assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree