Drill Site Maintenance Technician - Kuparuk Project Services - Mechanical Group

Consolidated Company Overview

ASRC Energy Services, LLC (AES) is part of the Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC) family of companies. ASRC is a private, for-profit corporation that is owned by and represents the business interests of its approximately 13,000 Inupiaq shareholders. As the largest Alaskan-owned company employing over 15,000 people worldwide, ASRC and its subsidiaries are poised for the next era of growth with continued dedication to providing maximum benefit to our shareholders. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Drill Site Maintenance Technician position performs all day-to-day Drill Site Maintenance and operational functions. The Drill Site Maintenance Technician reports to the AES Projects Services General Foreman but receives their day-to-day assignments from the ConocoPhillips Drill Site Operators.

Preferred candidates should have a Process Technology degree or be currently enrolled (with passing grades) in the program or related degree. The preferred candidate should be proficient in reading P&IDs and have the ability to read isometric drawings. Prior well operating experience preferred.  Prior experience with writing and executing Energy Isolation Procedures, pipeline pigging, E-Line, Wire Line, Coil Tube Drilling, Hardline, Roustabout and Down-hole pumping is highly desirable.  Familiarity of drill-sites, wells, along with prior oil field or related operating and maintenance experience will be considered.  Lastly knowledge of pressurized hydrocarbon and hydrogen sulfide safety procedures and practices is essential as well as an awareness of environmental considerations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Valve removal and installation on wells and manifold buildings

• VS system PMs, corrective maintenance and function testing

• Pipeline pigging

• Other duties as assigned

• Freeze protection of surface piping and tubing

• Writing notifications and work orders using SAP

• Daily inspection of all drill-site equipment and process.

• Issuing permits for drill-site work 

• Well safety system testing and well safe outs. 

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of drill-site equipment

• WAGs; schedule and order kill fluids or freeze protects.

• Roll wells in and out of test separators. Include strainer clean outs, trouble shooting well test, shake outs for water cut and gas sample, geo samples and sand jetting separators.

• Daily lift gas operations

• Daily MI gas and water injections operations

• Shutting in and bringing on line production and injection wells for operational considerations.

• Monitor and troubleshoot wells. 

• Work involves exposure to extreme cold temperatures and otherwise hazardous conditions at various locations. 

• Responsible for the safe operation of the process, all personnel working on the drill-site and applicable daily, monthly and yearly reporting.

• Writes and executes Energy Isolation procedures for applicable drill-site work

• Project and shutdown support

• Leading by example with a "Zero Incident Culture" person, as well as promoting this culture within all Kuparuk personnel. 

• Needs to be able to work alone, self-motivated with a positive attitude, great aptitude with strong leadership skills 

• Comply with Company and customer policies and procedures.

• Support AES zero-incident safety culture and assume personal accountability and responsibility for safe work practices in all projects, activities, and operations.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of five (5) years' experience related Oil & Gas field.

• Valid driver's license required.

• North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) safety training certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in the oil and gas industry and in the arctic environment.

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TOTAL REWARDS  

ASRC Energy Services, LLC (AES) is proud to offer a competitive benefits package aligned with our core ASPIRE values. Our benefits are designed to attract and retain the best talent. Our total rewards program supports the health and well-being of employees and their families. 

What We Offer:

• Medical Insurance: We offer comprehensive medical plans through Federal Employee Health Benefits Plan (FEHB). 

• Dental and Vision Insurance:  We offer two comprehensive dental plans

• 401K: 401K plan up to 4% match with immediate vesting after 2 pay periods.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):  All employees and their household have access to our EAP program.

• Additional Supplemental Insurance: Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance.

• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement opportunities and internal development through our ASPIRE Academy. 

To learn more about our full suite of benefits visit our benefits page.

About AES

We're proud to be named the Most Loved Workplace by Best Practices Institute in 2022, Best Company to Work for in Alaska by MSN Money, 24/7 Wall St. and Zippia for 2019 and the recipient of the prestigious ConocoPhillips 2019 and 2020 Supplier Recognition Award for Focus on Execution.  Employing over 2,000 employees across our subsidiaries, AES is a service provider of choice in the energy industry. Our exceptional service quality and safety record sets us apart from our competitors.  Our business purpose is to find solutions for a sustainable future, and we accomplish that by living our "ASPIRE" values, which stand for:

• Absolute Integrity:  We do the right thing because it's the right thing to do

• Safety: Safety is our foundation - we bring it everywhere we go

• People First:  We take care of our people, and our people will take care of the business

• Inupiat Heritage: We believe in "one crew, one journey" and honor the values of our founders as we develop the future

• Resilient Family: We encourage the right balance, and cultivate strong relationships with our clients and colleagues

• Exceptional Service Quality: We deliver excellence by focusing on client needs and continuously improving our performance

Why You Should Work For Us

Our employees are our most important resource, so we seek collaboration across the organization, and value everyone's contribution.  Our employees are part of the solution for a sustainable future for the benefit of our shareholders, employees, families, and our communities. Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work with a company like ours, and be a significant part of our business purpose?  If so, keep reading. Start your career with AES and ASPIRE with us.

WORKING ON THE NORTH SLOPE

While working on the North Slope of Alaska, your lodging and food will be provided to you.  All camps provide warm meals and options to grab a quick lunch or snack from the spike rooms.   Rooms vary from single status to shared rooms where your roommate may work the opposite shift.  Wi-Fi and Internet is free and available within the camp.  Services vary depending upon where you are staying; however, most facilities offer housekeeping, self-serve laundry, commissary, mail, gyms, TV/Theater Room, etc.  Each facility will have their own accommodations and policies that will be reviewed upon on-site orientation. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

A pre-hire post offer Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) will be conducted to determine an employee's ability to safely perform to the job standard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you need any assistance or reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the AES Human Resources Team at (907) 334-1688.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

A candidate must be able to meet the following non-exclusive requirements:

• Meet the AES Driving Records and Motor Vehicle Use Policy.

• Take and pass a pre-employment drug test which may include both UA and hair testing. 

• Meet the physical requirements of this position including working in a remote location under arctic conditions.                    

• Required to take and pass a Fit-For-Duty Exam 

• Required to complete and successfully pass a background check. 

• Must be able to obtain and maintain an access badge for the work location.

The availability of this position is contingent upon the Company's continued operational needs once training is completed.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT

AES and its subsidiaries are committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We comply with the terms of Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act (VEVRAA).

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood, medical condition, disability, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, or any other basis or characteristics prohibited by applicable law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, and termination of employment.

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• Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

• Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

If you need any assistance or a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please contact the AES Human Resources Team at (907) 334-1688.

NOTE TO ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES

It is recommended that all current employees inform their managers when they apply for new positions as leadership will be notified of current employees applying for posted positions.