Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Field Service Technician to join our team and oversee the service and maintenance needs of our valued customers. In this dynamic role, you will travel to customer locations across the U.S. and internationally to perform installations, troubleshoot issues, and fulfill service requests.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers excellent career growth. If you’re passionate about solving complex challenges and taking your technical skills to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.
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.
Qualifications
To perform the job successfully and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Please note that reasonable accommodations may be made for those individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The requirements representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required are listed below:
Education and/or Experience – 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.
Language Skills – 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.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information
skillfully, develops alternative solutions, works well in a problem-solving situation.
Mathematical skills – 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.
Reasoning Ability – 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.
Computer Skills – General knowledge of word processing software and email messaging, and an all-around general knowledge of computers operations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS
Valid Driver’s License
Valid Passport
Preferred Qualifications
• Understanding of Microsoft Office
• Advanced Mechanical and Electrical training
• Basic knowledge of Oil & Gas industry
BEHAVIORAL COMPENTENCIES
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternative solutions, works well in a problem-solving situation, uses reason when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.
• Oral communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informative; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedbacks; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interest; able to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision making process; makes timely decisions.
• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence;
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
TECHNICAL COMPENTENCIES
• 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
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
• Walking or standing for long periods of time
• Climbing stairs and/or ladders
About Us
Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct .
Houston, TX
Full-time
