What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gun Loader position at OSO Perforating?
Gun Loader
Desired Traits: Accountable, Leadership, Problem-solving, Dynamic, Safety minded
What is a Gun Loader?
The Gun Loader will, under supervision, be responsible for loading perforating guns with detonating cords and charges and preparing them to be shipped to location. They will also be responsible for complying with all DOT and ATF guidelines. This position reports to the Facility Director to assist in the operational excellence of our gun loading facility.
In this role, you will:
- Comply with all safety, health, environmental and quality management system requirements, policies, and procedures that are relevant to the position
- Ensure customer requirements are met according to jobs given to them by managers
- Be responsible for quality control of all subs and associated equipment and use good judgment on all assembly aspects
- Take new barrels, disassemble, and prepares parts for loading
- Install detonating cord, load charges, and tube into barrel
- Ensure compliance with DOT and ATF guidelines
- Assists in problem solving perforating gun systems and implements to perforating guns
- Check perforating guns for electrical communication after the guns are loaded
- Travel as needed (must possess a valid driver’s license and meet the company driver requirement to operate a company vehicle while traveling)
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required and Preferred Experience:
- 3 to 5 years’ experience in a gun loading capacity preferred
- Receive and maintain clearance to operate explosive material with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (BATF)
- Basic computer experience
- Operating a forklift
Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
- Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
- Possess the ability to operate, handle, and lift shop equipment and tools
- Lift up to 40lbs
- Work in a shop environment but may on occasion have to travel to location
Education:
- High school diploma, or GED
We pride ourselves in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all employees. To gain employment, the candidate will need to pass a hair follicle drug test and a background check once the offer of employment has been accepted.
