Maintenance Tech

Job Summary

The Rig Maintenance Technician performs critical Repairs of the Electrical, Hydraulic and Mechanical Rig equipment and systems in the field.

Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Works in a safe, healthy, and environmentally protective manner

• Maintains, Troubleshoots and Repairs electrical equipment/systems

• Maintains, Troubleshoots and Repairs hydraulic equipment/systems

• Maintains, Troubleshoots and Repairs mechanical equipment/systems

• Reports and corrects any unsafe work practices and safety hazards

• Assists and performs tasks as instructed by the Maintenance Supervisor and rig customers

• Participates in and promotes all company 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

• Demonstrates willingness and availability to work long hours and weekends, when requested, on short notice

• Works as a team member with the rest of the Maintenance Group with the goal of minimizing Rig downtime, and optimizing rig systems performance

• Inspects Rig equipment to identify and remedy potential issues before they lead to downtime or more costly repairs

• Trains and instructs Rig Crews on Maintenance tasks

• Assists in the training and instruction/skill development of more junior Maintenance Technicians

Technical Competencies

• Understands and is capable of reading all safety / training requirements and materials

• Understands all major rig components and the necessary maintenance and repairs

• Maintains familiarity with Top Drives, Iron Roughnecks, Iron Derrickman, Programmable Logic Controllers and Variable Frequency Drives

• Understands three-phase electrical generation, controls and power systems

• Understands and works according to knowledge with electrical, hydraulic and workplace hazards and safety

Behavioral Competencies

• Works in a manner that insures personal safety and the safety of fellow employees.

• Maintains a professional, effective, and polite relationship with other Ensign employees and suppliers

• Strives continuously to develop a greater knowledge of the total Maintenance Group operation, including the duties of the Maintenance Supervisor

• Works well as a team player and demonstrates willingness to share knowledge to advance knowledge and skills of others