Driltek Operating Company

Cementer

Bakersfield, CA

Full-time

$52,000-$66,560

About This Job

Job Title: Cementer – Oil & Gas Abandonment Projects

Location: California, USA Job Type: Full-Time Industry: Oil & Gas / Energy Department: Well Abandonment / Plug & Abandon (P&A) Reports To: Field Supervisor

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Cementer to join our abandonment operations team in California. The Cementer will be responsible for executing cementing jobs as part of well plug and abandonment (P&A) activities in compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience with wellbore isolation, zonal plugging, and permanent well abandonment, with a strong understanding of California-specific regulatory requirements (e.g., CalGEM).

Key Responsibilities:

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Prepare and execute primary and secondary cementing operations for wellbore abandonment.

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Mix, pump, and monitor cement slurry volumes, rates, and pressures to ensure proper zonal isolation.

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Interpret cementing programs and well schematics to determine appropriate cementing techniques and materials.

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Maintain and operate cementing equipment, including pumps, mixers, bulk silos, and downhole tools.

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Collaborate with engineers, wireline crews, rig operators, and other service providers on-site to ensure effective execution of abandonment tasks.

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Ensure cementing operations meet or exceed state regulations and company standards for permanent well abandonment (CalGEM, EPA, etc.).

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Accurately document job data, slurry designs, cementing results, and volumes pumped.

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Monitor and report on environmental compliance and containment measures.

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Participate in job safety analysis (JSA), toolbox talks, and hazard assessments prior to all jobs.

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Travel to remote well sites across California; maintain a flexible schedule including extended hours and on-call availability.

Qualifications:

Required:

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Minimum 2–3 years of oilfield experience, with specific experience in cementing or P&A work.

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Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

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High school diploma or GED.

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Ability to work outdoors in varying environmental conditions.

Preferred:

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Experience working on plug and abandonment projects under California regulations (CalGEM).

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Knowledge of Class H cement, additives, squeeze jobs, and multi-stage cementing operations.

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CDL with HAZMAT endorsement (preferred but not required).

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Basic understanding of well integrity, pressure control, and wellbore construction.

Physical Requirements:

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Ability to lift 50+ lbs.

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Climb, kneel, and stand for extended periods.

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Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces.

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Ability to pass drug screening and physical exams as per company policies.

Work Environment:

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Onshore field sites throughout California, including remote locations.

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Exposure to heavy equipment, pressurized systems, noise, dust, and weather elements.

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Must follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Compensation and Benefits:

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$25 to $32 per hour

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Per diem for field assignments

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Health, dental, vision insurance

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401(k) with company match

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Paid time off and holidays

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Training and certification opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

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401(k)

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401(k) matching

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Dental insurance

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Employee assistance program

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Flexible spending account

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Health insurance

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Paid time off

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Vision insurance

Schedule:

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12 hour shift

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8 hour shift

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Monday to Friday

Cementer

About This Job

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

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Preferred:

Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:

Compensation and Benefits:

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person

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