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Mechanic

Parker Drilling
St. John's, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR, ca
$35-$40 an hour (estimated)
Full-time

The Mechanic position performs all tasks and duties of a mechanical discipline including but not limited to, installing and maintaining engines, hydraulic motors, pumps, compressors, and miscellaneous mechanical devices.

The position is responsible for all mechanical Platform equipment The position is also responsible for uploading maintenance and repair data into a Maintenance Management System (MMS).

Essential Functions :

  • Provide visible leadership with a Total Ownership attitude. Owns safety standards.
  • Enforce, clarify, and follow Company policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Support the HSE objective of no injuries, accidents or harm to the environment as it relates to all mechanical processes, procedures, and policies.
  • Promote operational excellence through procedural discipline.
  • Delegate work effectively with a clear definition of requirements and expectations.
  • Supervise and ensure the safety of those working under direct supervision.
  • Comply with platform emergency response plan or station bills during emergencies and / or drills.
  • The Mechanic will also support the timely execution of Parkers Operations Readiness and Assurance activities during the Pre-operations phase in the shipyard.
  • Responsible for morale and order within crew.
  • Ensure Parker Drilling’s Competency program Authorized to Operate (ATO) and Approved Competent Operator (ACO) are applied and followed.
  • Ensure Client competency compliance is applied and followed.
  • Understand LO / TO and Permit to Work procedures.
  • Maintain and repair mechanical equipment and devices.
  • Repair or replace defective or worn parts.
  • Lubricate and service mechanical equipment as specified on lubrication schedule.
  • Perform inspections of mechanical equipment as required.
  • Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on mechanical equipment.
  • Maintain a preventative maintenance schedule for all mechanical equipment.
  • Adjust or regulate functional parts of machinery, devices, and control instruments.
  • Troubleshoot and analyze mechanical malfunctions and failures.
  • Read and analyze mechanical drawings, P&ID’s (Process & Instrumentation Drawings), schematics and equipment operating and Maintenance Manuals.
  • Enter maintenance and repair data into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Create Job requests and work orders as required and enter into maintenance tracking system.
  • Coordinate with Rig Superintendent / Maintenance Lead on the maintenance, repair and refurbishment of equipment.
  • Foresee potential equipment malfunctions or failures and performs required repairs, adjustments or modification to resolve the problem.
  • Respond to emergencies as requested and coordinate onsite activities to utilize resources to facilitate repairs in the most expedient and cost effective manner.
  • Ensure an adequate amount of spare parts are on hand at all times.
  • Submit requisitions to Rig Manager / Purchasing Manager for approval.
  • Maintain records of all mechanical inventories and place orders as required within budgetary limits.
  • Set up and operate lathe, drill press, grinder and other metalworking tools to facilitate any necessary repairs.
  • Perform additional duties, responsibilities, and special projects as may be directed.

Qualifications

Necessary qualifications, skills and abilities :

  • Proficient in the functionality of rig equipment.
  • Must possess and maintain certifications and licenses as required by the appropriate regulatory authorities.
  • Knowledgeable and proficient in basic rigger’s role to ensure safe lifting operations are performed.
  • Knowledgeable of mechanical systems and skilled at working with hand and power tools.
  • Must possess mathematical skills required for certification as a mechanic.
  • Must have proficient knowledge of diagnostic equipment.
  • Must be a self-motivator and work without close supervision.
  • Must be able to prioritize jobs and work under tight time constraints.
  • Must have good PC skills including MS Office products.
  • Can demonstrate knowledge and fundamentals of the following equipment :
  • Must possess sound reasoning skills, good common sense and have the ability to follow directions
  • Must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health of him / her or others
  • Must be able to recognize hazards, alarms, and warnings and have the ability to communicate to the proper personnel.
  • Must have good verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate in English with staff, management, customers and vendors.
  • Education, experience, and certifications :

Additional qualifications, skills and abilities :

Must possess all current certifications and licenses necessary to safely perform the functions of this job. Must be able to obtain appropriate Offshore, or onshore certifications.

Position Competencies :

  • Initiating & Driving Change
  • Result Focused
  • Team Work
  • Customer Focus

Physical demands and work environment :

  • Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data.
  • Ability to work around moving machinery
  • Ability to perform under stress, under pressure, and / or in emergency situations.
  • Lift, carry, and move objects of up to 50 pounds.
  • Operate machinery and / or power tools.
  • Ability to walk on uneven ground (gravel, rocks, mounds, ice)
  • Wear personal protective equipment, including but not limited to hard hat, steel-toed safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, safety glasses, goggles and full body harness.
  • Frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, carry, push / pull, reach, and use repetitive wrist and hand movements.
  • Ability to ascend and descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and / or ramps while carrying tools requiring a reasonable degree of physical stamina and agility and involving moderate to severe physical exertion
  • Operate motor vehicles and / or heavy equipment.
  • Ability to work in adverse weather conditions (Cold or Heat)
  • Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, meet deadlines, reason logically, and make sound decisions.
  • Ability to comprehend, remember, and follow verbal and written directions and comply with Company policies, procedures and standard.
  • Ability to work in hazardous conditions (dust / gas / fumes / steam / chemicals)
  • Ability to work at heights (scaffolding or ladders)
  • Exposure to vibration (oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body)
  • Ability to work in noisy environments
  • Ability to work in small and / or enclosed spaces
  • Ability to work as a team, communicate and interact with others in a professional manner, and consider alternative and diverse perspectives.
  • 30+ days ago
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