USC – Well Service Field Maintenance Technician

USC – Well Service Field Maintenance Technician

The Well Service USC – Well Service Field Maintenance Technician performs critical repairs of the Electrical, Hydraulic and Mechanical Rig equipment and systems in the field.

• The schedule is 5 X 2
• On call nights and weekends (including holydays) with a schedule
• The pay range for the mechanic posting for CAWS is $33.00 - $40.00.
• Position is located in Bakersfield, California

Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities 

• Works in a safe, healthy, and environmentally protective manner
• Maintains, Troubleshoots and Repairs electrical equipment/systems
• Maintains, Troubleshoots and Repairs hydraulic equipment/systems
• Maintains, Troubleshoots and Repairs mechanical equipment/systems
• Reports and corrects any unsafe work practices and safety hazards
• Inspects Rig equipment to identify and remedy potential issues before they lead to downtime or more costly repairs
• Assists and performs tasks as instructed by the Maintenance Supervisor and rig customers
• Demonstrates willingness and availability to work long hours and weekends, when requested, on short notice
• Works as a team member with the rest of the Maintenance Group with the goal of minimizing Rig downtime, and optimizing rig systems performance
• Trains and instructs Rig Crews on Maintenance tasks
• Assists in the training and instruction/skill development of more junior Maintenance Technicians 
• Attends Operations Training up to two times per year and up to five days per training at designated locations
• Participates in and promotes all company safety programs, processes, and requirements
• Performs other duties as directed by management

Technical Competencies

• Understands and is capable of reading all safety / training requirements and materials
• Understands all major rig components and the necessary maintenance and repairs
• Maintains familiarity with Top Drives, Iron Roughnecks, Iron Derrickman, Programmable Logic Controllers and Variable Frequency Drives
• Understands three-phase electrical generation, controls and power systems
• Understands and works according to knowledge with electrical, hydraulic and workplace hazards and safety

Behavioral Competencies

• Works in a manner that ensures personal safety and the safety of fellow employees.
• Maintains a professional, effective, and polite relationship with other Ensign employees, Customer personnel, OEM representatives, and suppliers
• Strives to continue to learn and to develop a greater proficiency of the total Maintenance Group operation, including the duties of the Maintenance Supervisor
• Works well as a team player and demonstrates willingness to share knowledge to help advance the skills of others

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to pass a physical-demands test, drug test and background check.