MWD Field Specialist Trainee

Patterson-UTI•Conroe, TX

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The MWD Field Specialist Trainee's primary responsibility is to participate in training experiences, learn new skills, and to demonstrate increasing proficiency and expertise with MWD Field Specialist responsibilities. Within 12 weeks in the MWD Field Specialist Trainee program, the trainee must learn to operate, troubleshoot and make repairs with little or no supervision, while always maintaining a focus on safety.

Requirements

Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing coworkers, internal and external customers, and third parties
Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl throughout the work shift
Demonstrate clear communication skills including the ability to read, write and speak English as well as understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English
Clearly judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties
Able to discuss and explain job details (current jobs and past job runs)
Ability to take direction from multiple managers/coordinators/trainers
Willing to work extended schedules, including extra days, occasional nights, weekends and holidays
High School Diploma or GED
6 months stable work history or military service or technical/university enrollment history in last 12 months.
Must be able to meet requirements of Company’s Vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook etc.)
Oilfield related work history
Electrical, mechanical, or shop experience a plus

Responsibilities

Make sound and quick decisions to support all operations while maintaining a continuously safe working environment
Work with an emphasis on individual safety and safety for others, including coworkers and third parties
Maintain awareness on location to safely move around work environment with many moving objects and hazard areas
Learn to recognize and accurately inventory all appropriate tools on location
Become proficient in tool assembly and surface gear rig up
Remain on well site for the duration of directional operation or until released by customer/supervisor
Monitor, troubleshoot and make necessary repairs to equipment in operation while drilling
Learn to become proficient in MS Office Suite and other related computer software programs required for job completion
Learn to accurately qualify survey data
Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously
Work independently and prioritize tasks based on operational needs
Other duties as assigned