Solids Control Field Technician (Remote, Canada)

About the role

Stage 3 is seeking a Solids Control Field Technician to support mud‑system operations across Canada. The position is remote‑based with frequent travel to project sites, offering on‑the‑job training on specialized solids‑control equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Work 12‑hour rotational shifts (14 days on, 7 days off) and be available for overtime as needed.
• Travel to remote locations throughout Canada to install, operate, and maintain solids‑control equipment.
• Rig up and rig down shaker tanks, centrifuges, drying equipment, and pumps.
• Perform fluid analysis including fluid weight, viscosity, and retort testing.
• Execute solids‑control services such as air drilling, barite recovery, de‑watering, floc water handling, fluid transfers, and cuttings drying.
• Carry out routine mechanical and basic electrical maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain a clean work environment using pressure‑washing equipment and adhere to all safety protocols.
• Complete daily PJRA/JSA, inspection reports, observation reports, and checklists.

Required profile

• Willingness to work 12‑hour swing shifts on a 14‑day on/7‑day off schedule.
• Ability to travel domestically to remote sites across Canada.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to follow PPE and safety procedures.
• Eagerness to learn rigging, equipment operation, and basic electrical principles.

Required skills

• Operation of shaker tanks, centrifuges, drying equipment and pumps.
• Basic electrical knowledge for equipment maintenance.
• Drilling fluid analysis (fluid weight, viscosity, retort analysis).
• Experience with air drilling, barite recovery, de‑watering, floc water handling, fluid transfers, and cuttings drying.
• Routine mechanical maintenance of solids‑control equipment.
• Heavy machinery operation under supervision.
• Use of pressure‑washing equipment for site cleanliness.

What we offer

• Comprehensive on‑the‑job training on specialized Stage 3 equipment.
• Rotational shift schedule with defined on/off periods.
• Opportunity to work across diverse project sites in Canada.
• Emphasis on safety, teamwork, and technological innovation.