Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Field Service Technician II

Job overview

The Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Field Service Technician II is a field-based role listed in Conroe, TX, with work at rig locations in West Texas and worldwide travel on short notice. Compensation is not specified; the posting lists obscured pay tiers by MPD experience. The role supports managed-pressure drilling operations and equipment at rig sites.

What you'll do

• Assist with setup, rig-up and rig-down, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of MPD control systems and rotating control device equipment. Calibrate, document, troubleshoot, and repair or replace instrumentation
• perform equipment checks
• monitor choke manifold operations under the Well Site Supervisor’s guidance
• follow company and customer health, safety, and environmental procedures
• provide project support
• and assist with end-of-well reports and event graphs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mpd field service technician ii

managed pressure drilling

oil and gas

rig operations

instrumentation

troubleshooting

choke control

west texas travel

worldwide travel

12-hour shifts

4 weeks on, 2 weeks off

hse procedures

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Field work includes 12-hour shifts, often averaging 14 hours with meetings and shift handover; extended field assignments and overtime may occur. The posting describes a 4-weeks-on, 2-weeks-off rotation, with possible 5-week stretches, and says employees may be called to troubleshoot off shift.

About the employer

First Tek, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations. Sector: 21.