Trainee Well Testing Operator Jobs in California

USC - WE ARE HIRING! Well Service | California Region | Operator, Relief Operator, Derrickhand, Floorhand, and Trainee

Job Summary

The Well Service Team Member must express leadership techniques, down hole knowledge, management responsibilities and equipment maintenance with the goal of becoming an Operator and crew member. 

Pay Range

• Well Service – Trainee (USC) Bakersfield, California $18.00 an hour
• Well Service – Floorhand (USC) Bakerfield, California $23.00 - $28.00 an hour
• Well Service – Relief Operator (USC) Bakerfield, California $25.00 - $31.00 an hour
• Well Service – Operator (USC) Bakerfield, California $29.00 - $33.00 an hour

Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Works in a safe, healthy and environmentally protective manner
• Understands and is capable of performing the jobs of WS Trainee, WS Floorhand and WS Derrickhand
• Keeps a detailed work order book for billing practices
• Completes daily tickets & safety programs and forms
• Oversees and is responsible for the work site, well control, and others on location
• Oversees and is responsible for proper maintenance, upkeep and cleanliness of rig
• Operates the rig and fills in for the Operator when required
• Verifies proper rig up/down procedures, BOP operation and mud pump operation
• Assists Operator in managing and instructing the crews
• Fills out all daily time tickets and pipe tallys
• Oversees and is responsible for well site cleanup at end of day and end of job
• Maintains a positive relationship with the customer and third party contractors
• Reports and corrects any unsafe work practices and safety hazards
• Participates, trains and takes a leadership role in all safety programs, processes and requirements
• Attends Operations Training up to two times per year and up to five days per training at designated locations
• Performs other duties as directed by management

Technical Competencies

• Understands and is capable of reading all safety / training requirements and materials
• Develops an understanding of all major rig components and the necessary maintenance

Behavioral Competencies

• Works in a manner that insures personal safety and the safety of fellow crewmembers
• Maintains a professional, effective, and polite relationship with other Ensign employees and suppliers
• Strives continuously to develop a greater knowledge of the total operations, including the duties and responsibilities of each position
• Works well as a team player and demonstrates willingness to share knowledge to advance knowledge and skills of others
• Respects chain of command and follows through on instructions
• Handles conflict with patience and professionalism

 Education and Experience

• Understands all well service operations and procedures
• Understands all down hole situations
• Performs basic to intermediate math calculations
• High School diploma or GED is preferred

Qualifications 

The employee must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Pass a post-offer physical examination, fitness testing, safety aptitude test, drug tests & background check
• Hold a valid driver’s license and pass a motor vehicle record check based on Ensign’s driving criteria
• Provide proof of and maintain proper legal authorization to work in the United States
• Arrange for reliable transportation to and from work and training locations
• Speak and read English well enough  to understand verbal and written safety postings, alerts and announcements, communicate with co-workers and be able to participate in job safety analysis meetings

Other Accountabilities 

• Business Ethics – Understands fully Ensign’s ethics policy and its application in all business dealings including contractual agreements and contract negotiations
• Business Policies - Understands and agrees to follow all of Ensign’s Policy and Directives and procedures as set forth in the Ensign Company Policy and Basic Directives Handbook for Employees
• Certifications – Maintains technical and safety certifications required by company or government agencies; remains current on all OSHA, EUSD and other required training
• Drug-free workplace - Conforms to a drug-free workplace, not be under the influence of mind-altering prescription or non-prescription drugs, including alcohol and other drugs of abuse.
• Occupational Health and Safety – Understands fully the Ensign Health and Safety policy and self-responsibility for own health and safety at work; Demonstrates responsibility to avoid adversely affecting the health and safety of others through any act or omission
• Uses the correct protective clothing and equipment as provided by Ensign and guards against misuse or damage to such equipment
• Reports any hazardous situations arising in the workplace that cannot be self-corrected, or injury incurred during the course of work, no matter how minor
• Avoids injury resulting from manual handling tasks, by use of risk assessment, correct mechanical handling equipment and correct manual handling techniques

Ensign United States Drilling Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Ensign provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Ensign takes affirmative action to employ, advance in employment and otherwise treat qualified individuals without discrimination as required by law.