ELECTRICIAN II

Nisku, AB
On-site
Posted Aug 31, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

This field service position involves the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of integrated drilling rig equipment. The role requires commissioning control systems and providing training to customers on various OEM equipment.

Job details

This is a field service position responsible for equipment installation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance. Responsibilities include commissioning control systems and integrated rig equipment on drilling rigs domestically and internationally. You will need to work under minimal supervision and train customers on our OEM equipment, which may include Top Drives, Catwalks, Wrenches, Drawworks, or Robotic Operating Systems. Work must be performed in accordance with our quality standards, specifications and meet our customers’ expectations. Responsibilities Install, troubleshoot and repair our OEM equipment Assist our customers with electrical issues throughout their rig (non-OEM) Complete duties both in our shop and in the field Work locally, domestically, and internationally Understand ladder logic for troubleshooting (Allen Bradley, Omron, GE, Beckhoff etc) Work with VFD’s for motor control (ABB, Yaskawa, Converteam, etc) Provide on-call support while on rotation Make minor mechanical repairs when needed Install and calibrate rig instrumentation Troubleshoot generators and SCR’s Understand engineering documentation (schematics, one-line etc) Work in remote areas with minimal supervision Follow our safe work practices and promote a safe work environment Complete documentation with Microsoft Word and Excel Operate and maintain a company vehicle in accordance to our policies Qualifications 2-3 years of related experience Journeyman Red Sealed Electrician or Instrumentation Technician Experience with motors, VFD’s, and PLC’s Clean drivers abstract Passport holder and able to work in the US PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Journeyman certificate of at least 3 years Instrumentation or Millwright experience Microsoft Office Certification Rig experience BEHAVIOURAL COMPETANCIES Adaptable and dependable Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal Strong electrical/technical knowledge Excellent troubleshooting skills to analyze equipment skillfully Must be professional in both appearance and behavior Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world. Equal Opportunity Employer Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have 2-3 years of related experience and hold a Journeyman Red Sealed Electrician or Instrumentation Technician certification. Proficiency with motors, VFDs, and PLCs is required, along with a clean driver's abstract and the ability to work in the US.