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Measurement While Drilling Specialist / Drilling Services

Weatherford · Remote, AB, Canada

Oil & GasRemoteImported listingfull-timeabout 1 month ago

About The Role

Join our team as a Measurement While Drilling Specialist and play a critical role in oil and gas drilling operations. You'll operate sophisticated MWD tools, provide real-time downhole data, and work alongside Directional Drillers to ensure accurate well surveying and monitoring. This hands-on position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic field environment.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Run MWD tools and deliver accurate real-time drilling data including Inclination, Azimuth, At-Bit-Inclination, Toolfaces, GammaRay, and downhole pressure measurements
  • Test, maintain, and troubleshoot surface and downhole MWD equipment to ensure optimal performance
  • Rig up and rig down all equipment at well sites, ensuring proper setup and breakdown procedures
  • Measure tubulars and perform external and internal OTF's (On-The-Fly measurements)
  • Assemble BHA (Bottom Hole Assembly) with proper understanding of torques, tubulars, and thread sizes
  • Collaborate closely with Directional Drillers to verify survey and toolface information accuracy and meet client expectations
  • Complete accurate paperwork throughout the job cycle and produce comprehensive final well reports
  • Generate final GammaRay and Annulus Pressure plots upon job completion
  • Transport company equipment (MWD tools, surface kits, muleshoe subs) to and from well sites using company vehicles
  • Maintain and clean company vehicles to operational standards

Skills and Education

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word and Excel)
  • Strong teamwork abilities with capability to assign and verify work of others
  • Technical aptitude to provide functional support in field operations
  • Basic rig knowledge considered an asset (though not required)
  • Willingness to work extended deployments at remote locations (minimum 20-day continuous assignments)
  • Flexibility for typical 20/10 rotation schedules with potential for longer deployments based on operational needs
  • Valid driver's license for transporting company equipment
  • Accommodation provided at rig location during deployment periods

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