MPD Field Service Technician II

Job Description

Job Description

***NOV HAS SEVERAL JOBS COMING UP IN AUGUST 2026.***

SCHEDULE: BOTH DAY SHIFT (6 AM TO 6 PM) AND NIGHT SHIFT (6 PM TO 6 AM) ARE AVAILABLE; AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE OPEN AVAILABILITY TO WORK EITHER SHIFT.

***INCLUDE THE CANDIDATE'S SHIFT PREFERENCE AND AVAILABILITY TO START IN THE CANDIDATE SUMMARY SECTION OF EACH SUBMITTAL.***

ROTATION: 4 WEEKS ON, 2 WEEKS OFF (MUST BE OPEN TO WORKING 5 WEEKS ON AS NEEDED)

PPE REQUIRED: STEEL-TOED SHOES/BOOTS, HARD HAT, GLOVES, FR CLOTHING

ALL CANDIDATES MUST HAVE FLEXIBILITY TO TRAVEL TO RIG LOCATIONS IN THE WEST TEXAS AREA.

PREVIOUS COMPANIES TO LOOK FOR ON RESUMES: PREMIUM OILFIELD TECHNOLOGIES, STASIS, FRONTIER, WEATHERFORD, NABORS, PRUITT

***PLEASE DO NOT DISCLOSE ANY PAY RATE RANGES TO THE CANDIDATES WHILE YOU ARE VETTING THEM FOR SUBMITTAL. YOU WILL NEED TO QUALIFY THEIR YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE LEVEL TO SUBMIT WITHIN THE PAY RATE TIER BELOW.***

PAY RATE TIER:
- ***-2 YEARS OF MPD EXPERIENCE - LEVEL I - ***-33PH
- 2-4 YEARS OF MPD EXPERIENCE - LEVEL II - ***-36PH
- 4 YEARS OF MPD EXPERIENCE - LEVEL III - ***-40PH (must have engineering degree)

ALL INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED VIA PHONE OR IN-PERSON.

JOB SUMMARY: Primary responsibility of this position is to assist in the setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the NOV MPD Controls Systems for onsite MPD applications. Candidate will be responsible to safely and efficiently perform tasks related to Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) and Rotating Control Devices (RCD) equipment including but not limited to choke operation and pressure monitoring. Candidate will be required to rig up, maintain and operate all MPD and RCD equipment on a rig site.

PRIMARY ROLE:
- Ensure the compliance of, and the implementation, of all Q&HSE procedures during the operational project activity.
- Calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair/replace instrumentation for systems that measure and control level, temperature, pressure, flow, and other process variables.
- Assist with rig up and rig down of equipment on each well under the guidance of the WSS.
- Develop a systematic approach to troubleshooting and assist where needed.
- Maintain a constant support of the drilling operation.
- Perform maintenance and system checks on the MPD equipment.
- Monitor the operation of the choke manifold and supporting equipment, and to operate system components under the strict guidance of the WSS.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensure full compliance with NOV and the customer's HSE policies.
- Install and operate the MPD Control System on rigs.
- Understand some technical aspects of the MPD activities during the project
- Provide project support and technical advice to the client, drilling contractor, and MPD operational personnel via the Well Site Supervisor (WSS).
- Assist with the development of the end-of-well report (EOWR)
- Develop event graphs on a regular basis or on customer demand.

PRIMARY ROLES:
- Ensure the compliance of, and the implementation, of all Q&HSE procedures during the operational project activity.
- Calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair/replace instrumentation for systems that measure and control level, temperature, pressure, flow, and other process variables.
- Assist with rig up and rig down of equipment on each well under the guidance of the WSS.
- Develop a systematic approach to troubleshooting and assist where needed.
- Maintain a constant support of the drilling operation.
- Perform maintenance and system checks on the MPD equipment.
- Monitor the operation of the choke manifold and supporting equipment, and to operate system components under the strict guidance of the WSS.

PRIMARY SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
- The main roles, include, but are not limited to the following:
- Calibration, Maintenance, Repair, Troubleshooting Project Start-up
- Operation of MPD System components
- Experienced mechanical and electrical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Understanding of the MPD Choke Control Software
- Basic understanding of setting up and operating the various MPD Applications.
- Operate multi-meters and signal generators needed to setup and calibrate instrumentation.
- Software skills: MS Office.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
- 2-4 years of field experience in the oil and gas industry including drilling rig operations.
- Computer literate with ability to use Microsoft Office applications, including, but not limited to: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook
- Preferred Experience in the Oil & Gas Industry with a minimum of 2-3 years related to MPD/UBD/PMCD operations.
- Technical Competency with MPD Operations and Equipment.
- Good understanding of Risk Assessment and Mitigation process.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The candidate must be capable of climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, working in a confined space and from elevated platforms, and able to wear appropriate protective equipment. Position requires working extended hours during an expanded period of time and capable of providing overtime coverage as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
This is primarily a field position and requires worldwide travel on short notice.
There is no set rotation, and individuals can expect to be in the field in excess of 30 days at a time. This position requires shift work with a typical shift length of 12 hours, however, including change-over between shifts and attending required meetings, the average day may be 14 hours.
If a problem with the MPD system occurs when employee is off shift, he/she will be called upon to assist with troubleshooting and repair of the problem. Projects involving MPD are multimillion-dollar ventures and down time, or equipment malfunction can produce a highly stressful situation.