Brief Description

The Technician, Equipment & Yard reports to the Equipment & Yard Supervisor (EYS) or the Regional Maintenance Manager (RMM) and is responsible for assisting in yard maintenance, shipping and receiving in the yard, inventory processing for the yard and of tubular goods and processing Equipment and Asset Management (EAM) transactions for the region.  Non-technical duties will include routine house cleaning of the yard and shop spaces and equipment, cleaning equipment, moving equipment around the yard and participating in various meetings, trainings and development activities.

Detailed Description

Operate yard equipment within Company’s specified guidelinesMaintain clean and orderly appearance of yardMaintain all equipment stored in the yard to ensure proper status or availabilityConduct minor operator level maintenance tasksMaintain control and knowledge of all items (equipment, etc.) leaving, holding and arriving at the yardGoods Receipt (GR) of all items (equipment, parts, etc.) arriving in yardAssist with the Rig and Yard Inventory ProcessAssist in inventory of tubular goods for region Assist in Parts Inventory ProcessProcess all material and equipment transfers within the region using a Field Mobility System (FMS)Create, process, and complete maintenance work orders and assist others in the organization with similar tasks using FMSAbility to operate heavy equipmentAbility to work on weekends and be on call after hoursPerforms other related duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) Ability to travel to visit drilling rig work sites and support business units; occasionally requiring extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl occasionally during visits to field and operational work areas Limited to moderate use of a variety of hand and power tools to demonstrate a range of mechanically oriented functions including independent use of heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems Accurate recall of information over short and long-term memory Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects Stay alert and focused including during occasional extended work periods Demonstrate clear communication skills and ability to promptly give, and follow, directions when working with others Physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times 

Minimum Qualifications

All Level Requirements

Must have and maintain a valid state-issued driver’s license and be eligible to drive Company vehicle including ability to meet requirements of Company’s Vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy

Yard Technician

One (1) year stable related work history working in a manufacturing facility, shop or warehouse environment

  Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED2+ years’ work experience in a relevant oilfield environment (farming, mining, construction, military, etc.)Knowledge and experience in warehousing and inventory managementKnowledge and experience with drilling tubularsGeneral maintenance experience on heavy machinery and equipment

Yard Technician 2

2+ years’ general experience with heavy equipment and machinery in the oil industry

  Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDKnowledge and experience in warehousing and inventory managementKnowledge and experience with drilling tubularsGeneral maintenance experience on heavy machinery and equipment

Senior Yard Technician

3+ years’ experience in the oil industry 

  Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDSAP, Oracle or other ERP system experience 1 or more years of experience in a leadership roleAdvanced knowledge of drilling rigs and drilling equipmentKnowledge and experience in warehousing and inventory managementKnowledge and experience with drilling tubularsEnvironmental and safety awareness training

Additional Details:

This position requires the person to work in both office locations and outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including precipitation, cold / heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions. The Technician will be occasionally exposed to the typical conditions of the local area where the drilling operations and rigs are located. The Technician must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties.

They must be able to work closely with others and under deadlines including time-sensitive response situations. They must be willing to work extended schedules that will include working days; and occasionally nights, weekends and holidays.