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Weekend Canrig Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Top Drive Technician

Lubbock, TX · On-site

$38 - $44/hr

Two years working with NOV and Canrig top drives Work Schedule * Living in Lubbock area: Monday through Friday with every other weekend on call * Living outside Lubbock area: 7/7 or 14/14 TBD ...

NORTH DAKOTA DRILLER I

Williston, ND · On-site

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Knowledge of Drilling rig equipment capacity and functionality including but not limited to Canrig ... Able to works 7 or 14 days on and 7 or 14 days off, including holidays, weekends and or days and ...

Knowledge of Drilling rig equipment capacity and functionality including but not limited to Canrig ... Able to works 7 or 14 days on and 7 or 14 days off, including holidays, weekends and or days and ...

WTX - DRILLER I

Odessa, TX

$23.25 - $31.50/hr

Knowledge of Drilling rig equipment capacity and functionality including but not limited to Canrig ... Able to works 7 or 14 days on and 7 or 14 days off, including holidays, weekends and or days and ...

WTX - DRILLER I

Odessa, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Knowledge of Drilling rig equipment capacity and functionality including but not limited to Canrig ... Able to works 7 or 14 days on and 7 or 14 days off, including holidays, weekends and or days and ...

ETX FIELD. DRILLER I

Tyler, TX · On-site

$21.75 - $29.50/hr

Knowledge of Drilling rig equipment capacity and functionality including but not limited to Canrig ... Able to works 7 or 14 days on and 7 or 14 days off, including holidays, weekends and or days and ...

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Top Drive Technician

Top Drive Technician

Norton Energy Drilling

Lubbock, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Norton Energy Drilling is currently looking to hire an experienced technician to service the company's numerous top drives employed in its fleet of drilling rigs.
Responsibilities
  • Diagnose top drive problems and make onsite repairs
  • Adhere to all Company safety policies and procedures
  • Overhaul top drives and top drive components in shop facility and maintain appropriate spare part inventory
  • Respond to downtime in a timely manner
  • Train and work with rig personnel on proper top drive operation and routine maintenance
  • Inspect working rigs for proper top drive operation and complete any necessary repairs
  • Provide recommendations for improved top drive performance and longevity

Knowledge and Skills
  • Excellent working knowledge of both AC and hydraulic top drives with the ability to diagnose problems and make field repairs.
  • Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods of time
  • Good communication skills both written and verbal
  • Read and interpret schematic diagrams both hydraulic and electrical
  • Good working knowledge of hydraulic systems
  • Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

Experience
  • One year field service
  • Two years working with NOV and Canrig top drives

Work Schedule
  • Living in Lubbock area: Monday through Friday with every other weekend on call
  • Living outside Lubbock area: 7/7 or 14/14 TBD (Housing provided)
  • Work vehicle and cell phone provided

Benefits
Benefit eligibility is active the first day of the month after a 60-day grace period, and includes:
  • Group medical insurance with dependent coverage available
  • Dental and vision insurance available
  • 401K
  • Life insurance and long-term disability