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Drilling In Alaska Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Nabors Drilling Solutions is an oil and gas service company and a division of Nabors Drilling Technologies USA, Inc. With offices in Alaska, North Dakota, Northeast, Wyoming, East/South/and West ...

Intern, Engineering 2027

Kenedy, TX · On-site

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

Job Summary Current internship positions are available in Alaska, Lower 48, or Global Technical ... Drilling, Completions, Projects, or. Within that field, the intern will be responsible for ...

$26.38/hr

... drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines. * This position involves working ... in Alaska. At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

$26.38/hr

... drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines. * This position involves working ... in Alaska. At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

$26.38/hr

... drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines. * This position involves working ... in Alaska. At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

$26.38/hr

... drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines. * This position involves working ... in Alaska. At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

$26.38/hr

... drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines. * This position involves working ... in Alaska. At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

$28.38/hr

Repair, adjust, and maintain mining machinery (stripping/loading shovels, drilling/cutting machines ... in Alaska. At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

$27.38/hr

... drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines. * Must be specialized through ... in Alaska. At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

$27.38/hr

... and loading shovels, drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines ... in Alaska. At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

$28.38/hr

Repair, adjust, and maintain mining machinery (stripping/loading shovels, drilling/cutting machines ... in Alaska. At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

$27.38/hr

... and loading shovels, drilling and cutting machines, and continuous mining machines ... in Alaska. At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat ...

Job SummaryCurrent internship positions are available in Alaska, Lower 48, or Global Technical ... Drilling, Completions, Projects, or. Within that field, the intern will be responsible for ...

Russian Tutor

Round Rock, TX · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Adapts instruction using case usage charts, aspect pair drilling, and authentic Russian texts and ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

Russian Tutor

El Paso, TX · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Adapts instruction using case usage charts, aspect pair drilling, and authentic Russian texts and ... Varsity Tutors does not contract in: Alaska, California, Colorado, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New ...

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What is the difference between Drilling In Alaska vs Oil Rig Worker?

AspectDrilling In AlaskaOil Rig Worker
CredentialsDrilling certifications, safety trainingSafety training, basic certifications
Work EnvironmentOnshore/offshore drilling sites in Alaska, cold climateOffshore/onshore rigs, often in remote locations
Industry UsagePrimarily drilling operations, technical rolesOperational support, manual labor roles
Search IntentJobs involving drilling operations in AlaskaJobs on oil rigs in Alaska

Drilling In Alaska involves specialized technical roles focused on operating drilling equipment in cold, remote environments, often requiring specific certifications. Oil Rig Workers perform manual and operational tasks on rigs, with some overlap in safety training. While both work in the oil industry in Alaska, Drilling In Alaska emphasizes technical expertise in drilling operations, whereas Oil Rig Workers focus on support and manual labor roles.

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MPD Technician I - West Texas

NABORS

Houston, TX

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Nabors Drilling Solutions is an oil and gas service company and a division of Nabors Drilling Technologies USA, Inc.  With offices in Alaska, North Dakota, Northeast, Wyoming, East/South/and West Texas, we are positioned to service both the North American and International marketplaces. Our workforce, like our technology, is rapidly expanding and looking for a qualified MPD Technician.

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.
  • 1-3 years minimum experience in manage pressure drilling or under balanced drilling
  • High School Diploma or GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3-5 years' experience in manage pressure drilling or under balanced drilling preferred
  •  Valid Well Control Certified

ESSENTIAL SKILLS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

  •  This is a field rotational job with up to 35 days on rotational schedule, typically 4 weeks and 2 weeks off working 12 hr. shifts.
  • Schedule flexibility may be required to meet Customer drilling schedules
  • Valid Driver's License.

An MPD Technician will be responsible for safely and efficiently performing diversified tasks relating to MPD equipment rig-up and rig down and to the continuous operation of the MPD / RCD equipment package including but not limited to choke operation, run hydraulics modeling and pressure monitoring. The Manage Pressure Drilling Technician directly reports to the geomarket /district area lead and to the Manage Pressure Drilling Supervisor.

  • Performs field execution of MPD jobs in a safe, timely and efficient manner
  • Practices safety awareness and environmental consciousness, and complies with all applicable QHSE guidelines. Follows prescribed MPD operational and safety procedures
  • Actively participates in pre-job safety meetings
  • Repair, overhaul and pressure testing where appropriate all MPD equipment including lines, valves, chokes and mud-gas separator
  • Inspect all equipment used and perform preventive maintenance checks and service
  • Maintain company issued tools and develop knowledge and skill in their use
  • Extensive travel to customer's locations and field support of on-going operations will be required
  •  Work effectively as part of operational team in diverse drilling locations
  • Through formal and on the job training develop the ability to safely and efficiently operate the MPD system and associated equipment.