Data Technician Job Posting
The Data Technician works along with operation staff and report to the divisional manager. Key responsibilities include electronic gauges/meters programming, setup and installation, configurate web-interface for monitoring and conduct injection testing with low-rate pumps.
Company Profile:
BGES (Big Guns Energy Services Inc.) is the largest privately-held subsurface GeoContainment™ testing and evaluation company in Canada, with facilities in Calgary and Red Deer as well as a dedicated geotechnical lab. We are one of the Top 200 companies ranked by Alberta Oil Magazine in 2015 and have earned recognition as the Consultancy of the Year at the Inaugural Oil & Gas Awards (Canada Region). With a focus on the oil sands and salt caverns, we believe in applying science to prevent safety, environmental and financial disasters. The company’s most distinctive attributes are its strong operational foundation and technical expertise working synergistically. Its leadership team delivers many decades of experience in geoscience and engineering. As a dynamic and high-performance organization, we support our employees to reach their full potential.
Key Position Functions:
This position will perform a wide range of duties related to testing, including but not limited to:
- Follow all safety rules and regulations including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing.
- Perform hazard assessment, rig-in and rig-out duties as assigned.
- Program electronic gauges/meters, setup and install on wellsite.
- Configurate data streaming, web-interface and charts for client and engineering for data monitoring.
- Accurately gather/transmit well data and keep record in a neat, organized manner.
- Operate pumping units and related equipment for injection test.
- Transfer fluids, injection test and data monitoring.
- Perform equipment maintenances and repairs to ensure all units are in safe/good working condition.
- Utilize self-study program to advance in knowledge and skills.
- Work with engineers and management to develop and implement new testing procedures as require.
- Organize supplies and parts as require by operation.
- Maintain close contact with the Supervisor/Manager regarding work assignments.
- Report all incidents and accidents immediately.
- Keep an open and professional communication with all coworkers and company representatives.
- Keep an operation logbook of important tasks with time stamp.
- Maintain good housekeeping and cleanliness on location and in the shop.
- Travel with a Bumper Pull Trailer for long distances.
Qualifications & Experience:
Experience:
· A minimum of 3 years of related field experience
Qualifications / Certifications:
· Willing to work flexible schedules during winter operation (Jan-Mar) of each year.
· Valid driver’s license (Class 1 or 3) with air brake (Q) endorsement (No GDL).
· Standard First Aid, H2S
· Operating knowledge on well testing equipment, downhole and surface recorders, gauges and pumps are important.
· Slickline, wireline, pumping experience or knowledge is an asset.
· Previous supervisory experience may be given an opportunity to train to be a supervisor.
Skills:
· Ability to handle multiple projects and set priorities to meet deadlines.
· Strong communication (oral and written) and organizational skills.
· Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
· Self-motivate and able to work independently.
· Ability to learn and make continuous improvements.
· Proficiency with
o Computer - Windows, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Google Chrome
o Smart phone - browser, text messages and apps
BGES offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit program to prospective employees.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates identified for further consideration will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Red Deer
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $50,388.00-$94,256.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Red Deer, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 3 or Higher (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
