Safely Delivering Performance Excellence
Red Deer, AB
Predator Drilling stands tall as one of North America's leading drilling contractors, specializing in seamless well integration. Our foundation is built upon our exceptional people and our high-performance, family-oriented culture. Committed to our clients' success, we instill unwavering confidence in the commercialization of their resource assets. With a robust history of growth, we continually seek avenues for enhancement and expansion while remaining steadfast in our core values. At Predator Drilling, we embody safety, accountability, and respect, striving to deliver unparalleled performance excellence. Key Highlights: Premier provider of pre-set and cementing services for surface casing and intermediate casing; oil sands, mining, conventional coring; and shallow horizontal drilling services across Western Canada and the United States. Trusted partner to top operators in the Oil Sands, Viking, Clearwater, Mannville, and Heavy Oil sectors in Canada, alongside the Bakken and Powder River regions in the United States. Boasting a versatile, state-of-the-art rig fleet featuring single top drive rigs with varying depth capacities. For further inquiries, reach out to our dedicated sales team at sales@predatordrilling.com
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Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair a wide range of equipment in shop and field settings, including diagnosing and repairing complex hydraulic systems. Provide mechanical and technical support, perform preventive maintenance, and help minimize equipment downtime while controlling costs.
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The Coring Supervisor leads day-to-day drilling and coring operations while ensuring the crew follows safety protocols and operational standards. They are responsible for overseeing core recovery, handling, and documentation, as well as maintaining drilling equipment and managing well conditions.
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The Rig Manager is responsible for the overall safe and efficient operation of the drilling rig and its crew. This includes providing leadership, ensuring equipment maintenance, and maintaining strict adherence to safety and environmental standards.
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The Floorhand supports safe and efficient drilling operations through pipe handling, rig maintenance, and equipment operation. They work under the direction of the Driller and Derrickhand to maintain a clean and safe rig floor.
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Operate vacuum trucks to transport fluids, remove waste, and maintain cleanliness at drilling and rig-sites. Ensure safe fluid handling and adhere to environmental protection and spill prevention procedures.
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Lead and supervise day-to-day coring and drilling operations to ensure they are completed safely and efficiently. Oversee core recovery, handling, and documentation while managing equipment maintenance and crew safety.
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Safely operate Class 1 commercial vehicles to transport drilling rig equipment, materials, and tools between locations. Coordinate with rig crews to perform loading, securing, and positioning of equipment while adhering to all safety and regulatory requirements.
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The Driller is responsible for leading day-to-day drilling operations and ensuring the rig and crew operate safely and efficiently. They must monitor drilling equipment, direct the crew, and ensure all work complies with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
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The Derrickhand supports safe and efficient drilling operations by operating and monitoring the mud system and assisting with pipe handling and tripping. They are also responsible for maintaining critical rig equipment and ensuring adherence to all safety and environmental protocols.
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The Leasehand is responsible for maintaining a clean, organized, and safe rig site while assisting the drilling crew with daily operations and equipment maintenance. They perform general housekeeping, handle rig tools and materials, and ensure compliance with all safety and environmental protocols.
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The Motorhand is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and repairing the rig's mechanical systems including engines, generators, and pumps. They must ensure equipment reliability while adhering to strict safety and environmental protocols.
