Mechanic (Ad Hoc)

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 drilling equipment pertaining to the drilling of the well, including circulating, rotating, hoisting or well control systems.

• 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. 
• 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. 
• Maintain a preventative maintenance schedule and perform preventative and corrective maintenance on 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, schematics and equipment manuals. 
• Enter maintenance and repair data into a Maintenance Management System (MMS). 
• 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 preforms 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 fascinate any necessary repairs.

• High School diploma.
• Successful completion of a course in practical skills for marine engineers or in diesel mechanics at a recognized training institution
• 5 years work experience as a mechanic, oil and gas industry preferred.
• Must be able to obtain appropriate offshore certifications, including but not limited to:
  • Basic Survival Training (BST) 
  • Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) 
  • Installation Safety Induction 
  • Regulatory Awareness
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Must possess and maintain certifications and licenses necessary as required by the regulatory authorities
• Must demonstrate knowledge and fundamentals of the following equipment: 
  • Hoisting equipment 
  • Pipe handling equipment 
  • Rotating equipment 
  • Circulating equipment 
  • Hydraulic equipment 
  • Diesel engine/air compressor
• Knowledgeable of mechanical systems and be 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, work without close supervision and be able to prioritize jobs and work under tight time constraints. 
• Must have good PC skills to include MS Office products.