What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wireline Operator position at FESCO LTD?
Summary:
Wireline Operators/Slickline Operators raise and lower downhole tools (e.g. bailers, pulling tools, wireline jars, gauge cutters, impression blocks etc.) with a wire cable which is used to test and maintain oil and gas wells. Operators retrieve and/or install valves, plugs and pressure regulators. They lower and raise tools and plugs to proper depth and direct the fishing tools used to retrieve broken or lost wire or equipment.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Must have the ability to mechanically manipulate downhole tools from operators compartments in slickline trucks
- Operate hydraulic pumps to spool the slickline back onto the reel drum
- Use weight indicator gauges and depth counters to monitor tension and depth of the slickline
- Install and retrieve valves including gas lift valves, plugs and pressure regulators
- Run instruments to record bottom hole pressures and temperatures
Safety:
- Must be able to pass a "DOT" physical and secure and maintain at a minimum a Class "B" CDL with an "H" endorsement
- Work in all types of weather conditions (i.e. extreme heat or cold and high humidity) for extended periods of time
- Work in a toxic environment (Hydrogen Sulfide Gas) while wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus with full face sealed respiratory equipment weighing ±30 lbs.
- Work at remote locations ±2 hours from the nearest medical facility
- Work comfortable up to 15' above ground wearing the appropriate fall protection designated for the job
- Lift objects ±70 lbs.
- Work in an environment where constant pushing, pulling, lifting, twisting, turning, stretching, bending, stooping, etc. is required
