Field Operator

Job Description

FIFO Shift Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off (12-hour shifts)

Job Description:
Field Operators support daily production operations for a major oil and gas producer in the Athabasca, Alberta area. Working in a fly-in/fly-out camp environment, you’ll be responsible for operating and monitoring field equipment while supporting safe and efficient heavy oil operations.

This is a camp-based FIFO role with accommodations provided for qualifying candidates. The position offers consistent rotational work and the opportunity to develop technical skills in a dynamic field operations setting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating and monitoring field production equipment
• Supporting heavy oil and field operations
• Working with SCADA systems, PCP pumps, and polymer flood processes (where applicable)
• Performing field duties in compliance with safety and operational standards
• Working 12-hour shifts on a 7/7 rotation
• Collaborating effectively with team members while maintaining the ability to work independently

Qualifications & requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in heavy oil and/or field operations (training available for the right candidate)
• Post-secondary education in a petroleum-related field (asset)
• Knowledge of SCADA, PCP pumps, and polymer flood processes (asset)
• Valid oilfield safety tickets including H2S Alive and Standard First Aid
• Clean driver’s abstract and ability to drive off-highway
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
• Strong attention to detail, disciplined work ethic, and willingness to learn

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