Field Operator 1 / Wireline

Join Weatherford as a Wireline Field Operator and become an integral part of our operations team! Our Wireline Operators are responsible for performing tasks such as planning and preparation, load-out and backload, rigging, clean-up and basic maintenance of tools, equipment, and Wireline units. This hands-on role involves operating specialized equipment, machinery, and systems in the oil and gas industry. Working under the direct supervision of the Field Supervisor, Operators will assist in safely carrying out rig-in/rig-out procedures, accurate data collection, reporting and performing general duties as assigned. 

You'll apply technical expertise to complete assignments while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental protection. This position offers excellent opportunities for career growth, with senior roles providing leadership responsibilities at rig sites.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Equipment Operations: Perform functional tests, inspections, and monitoring of equipment following specific work instructions; rig up/down equipment; clean, lubricate, repair, and operate machinery according to technical manuals

• Maintenance & Repair: Conduct disassembly, cleaning, pressure testing, visual inspections, assembly, and storage of tools; service mechanical, electronic, and hydraulic components; inspect parts using measuring instruments like calipers and micrometers

• Safety & Compliance: Participate in daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA); maintain equipment and work areas in safe condition; comply with all HSE policies and Standard Operating Procedures

• Quality Assurance: Execute work assignments to the highest quality standards within time constraints; perform quality control analysis to ensure products meet required specifications

• Transportation: Drive pickup &/or wireline units, and truck-flat bed units to well sites while maintaining a satisfactory driving record

• Documentation: Complete all necessary operational documentation and report issues promptly using appropriate tools

• Leadership: Lead and mentor other field operators; plan and coordinate jobs from start to finish; troubleshoot equipment issues; perform competency assessments; manage workshop schedules and quality inspections

Skills and Education

• Mechanically inclined, with the ability to perform equipment maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting, and monitoring

• Ability to meet physical demands of the role

• 1 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry

• Basic mathematics and computer skills

• Critical thinking, active learning, complex problem-solving abilities

• Strong reading, writing, judgment, and decision-making skills

• Time management and quality control analysis

• Ability to meet physical demands of the role

• Effective and efficient operation of tools and machinery

• Spatial reasoning for assembly, repair, and modifications

• Problem identification and solution implementation

• Basic computer skills

• Standard shift (Manual Transmission) Class 3 or Class 1 operators license with clean abstract; Class 5 license with industry experience will be considered; abstracts will be reviewed within Weatherford's Driving Qualification Standard for approval prior to hire

• Reliable transportation

• This position is shifting work with 24 hours on call and scheduled days off; 15 & 6 Rotational work schedule. Travel required: 50% to 75% as a function of seasonality of the oilfield industry

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