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Weatherford

Oilfield services provider and equipment supplier

Choke Operator 3 - Managed Pressure Drilling

Equipment Field ServiceConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNeuquen, Neuquén Province, ArgentinaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Completed secondary education.
  • Preferably 1 to 2.5 years of experience in Oil & Gas, field operations, or related activities.
  • Experience or knowledge operating and monitoring equipment, performing basic maintenance and repairs, and troubleshooting.
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic components.
  • Ability to interpret and follow operating procedures and technical instructions.
  • Basic computer and mathematics knowledge.
  • Ability to identify operational deviations and maintain quality and safety standards.
  • Ability to use tools and equipment safely.
  • Availability to work at operational sites and drilling rigs while following applicable work schedules.
  • Ability to meet the physical demands associated with field work.
  • Commitment to HSE, safety, and operational discipline standards.
  • When required by the position, availability to drive and maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in MPD operations at field locations, supporting service preparation, mobilization, and execution.
  • Operate and monitor the choke system and associated equipment in accordance with applicable procedures and work instructions.
  • Perform equipment rig-up and rig-down according to the employee’s level of training and competence.
  • Conduct functional tests, inspections, and equipment monitoring before, during, and after operations.
  • Identify and report deviations, anomalies, or operating conditions outside established parameters.
  • Support the team in troubleshooting and implementing authorized corrective actions.
  • Perform cleaning, lubrication, inspection, basic maintenance, and repairs within the employee’s level of competence.
  • Participate in unloading, disassembly, cleaning, pressure testing, visual inspection, assembly, loading, and storage of tools and equipment.
  • Perform basic checks of mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic components.
  • Use measuring instruments to inspect components when required.
  • Complete applicable operational and maintenance documentation.
  • Comply with HSE policies, operating procedures, standard operating procedures, technical instructions, and Weatherford work practices.
  • Participate in operations and safety meetings, Toolbox Talks, and Job Hazard Analyses.
  • Keep equipment, facilities, and work areas safe, organized, and suitable for operations.
  • In more experienced positions, support activity planning and coordination, guide less experienced operators, and contribute to competency assessments and mentoring activities.

About the Company

Weatherford

Oilfield services provider and equipment supplier

Weatherford International provides oilfield services and equipment to the global oil and gas industry. Its offerings cover the lifecycle of a well, from exploration and drilling to completion and production, using a range of tools, technologies, and field teams to support operators in locating, creating, and optimizing wells. The company differentiates itself through its long history, expansive global footprint, and a strategy built on growth through acquisitions to broaden its service capabilities, followed by a restructuring after bankruptcy to create a leaner, more adaptable business. Its goal is to help customers extract hydrocarbons efficiently and safely while navigating the changing energy market with a solid financial foundation.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Baar, Switzerland
Founded
1941

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