Motorhand – Oil & Gas Drilling Technician

About the role

Join Precision Drilling Canada as a Motorhand on a drilling rig in Fort St. John, BC. You will work outdoors in a fast‑paced environment, handling pipe and equipment on the rig floor while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Align and manipulate sections of pipe or drill stem from the platform on the rig derrick.
• Operate and maintain drilling‑rig diesel motors, transmissions and other mechanical equipment.
• Assist in setting up, taking down and transporting drilling and service rigs.
• Handle, sort and move drill pipes, tools, cement and other materials.
• Clean rig areas and support overall rig floor operations.

Required profile

• Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel regularly to remote sites.
• Pass drug test and medical examination.
• Physical capability to lift up to 45 kg, work at heights, in confined spaces and in noisy, dusty, hot or cold conditions.
• Team‑player attitude with attention to detail.

Required skills

• Drilling‑rig diesel motor operation.
• Mechanical equipment maintenance.
• Pipe handling and manipulation on rig floor.
• Rig floor operational procedures.

What we offer

• Dental, health care and vision care plans.
• Life insurance, pension plan and overtime opportunities.
• Seasonal full‑time employment with shift flexibility.