Back to job search
W
WeatherfordVerified Job Source

Measurement While Drilling Specialist / Drilling Services

The MWD Specialist operates sophisticated downhole tools to provide real-time drilling data and collaborates with Directional Drillers to ensure accurate well surveying. They are also responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and rig-up of MWD equipment at remote well sites.

  • On-site
  • Nisku, AB
  • Posted Aug 26, 2026
  • 1 position

More jobs you can apply to directly

Similar opportunities posted by employers hiring on Jobs.ca, with no external application form.

Job summary

Join our team as a Measurement While Drilling Specialist and play a critical role in oil and gas drilling operations. You'll operate sophisticated MWD tools, provide real-time downhole data, and work alongside Directional Drillers to ensure accurate well surveying and monitoring. This hands-on position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic field environment. Roles and Responsibilities * Run MWD tools and deliver accurate real-time drilling data including Inclination, Azimuth, At-Bit-Inclination, Toolfaces, GammaRay, and downhole pressure measurements * Test, maintain, and troubleshoot surface and downhole MWD equipment to ensure optimal performance * Rig up and rig down all equipment at well sites, ensuring proper setup and breakdown procedures * Measure tubulars and perform external and internal OTF's (On-The-Fly measurements) * Assemble BHA (Bottom Hole Assembly) with proper understanding of torques, tubulars, and thread sizes * Collaborate closely with Directional Drillers to verify survey and toolface information accuracy and meet client expectations * Complete accurate paperwork throughout the job cycle and produce comprehensive final well reports * Generate final GammaRay and Annulus Pressure plots upon job completion * Transport company equipment (MWD tools, surface kits, muleshoe subs) to and from well sites using company vehicles * Maintain and clean company vehicles to operational standards Skills and Education * High School Diploma or GED required * Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word and Excel) * Strong teamwork abilities with capability to assign and verify work of others * Technical aptitude to provide functional support in field operations * Basic rig knowledge considered an asset (though not required) * Willingness to work extended deployments at remote locations (minimum 20-day continuous assignments) * Flexibility for typical 20/10 rotation schedules with potential for longer deployments based on operational needs * Valid driver's license for transporting company equipment * Accommodation provided at rig location during deployment periods #LI-KP1 Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation. We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition. Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team. When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford. Join Us: Weatherford is producing energy for today and tomorrow- with global opportunities as unlimited as your sense of adventure. Join us to make an impact on our customers, the industry, and the world. Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

What you’ll do

The MWD Specialist operates sophisticated downhole tools to provide real-time drilling data and collaborates with Directional Drillers to ensure accurate well surveying. They are also responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and rig-up of MWD equipment at remote well sites.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED and demonstrate technical aptitude for field operations. The role requires the ability to work extended 20-day deployments in remote locations and hold a valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Accommodation provided at rig location

Listed skills

  • TeamworkPreferred
  • Microsoft OfficePreferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • MWD tool operation
  • Downhole data analysis
  • Directional drilling support
  • Well surveying
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • BHA assembly
  • GammaRay measurement
  • Pressure measurement
  • Microsoft Office
  • Teamwork
  • Technical aptitude
  • Rig operations
  • Energy System Transition
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Bottom Hole Assembly
  • Oil and Gas
  • Innovation
  • Surveying
  • Operations
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Technical Acumen

Job areas

  • Energy
  • Engineering
  • Trades
  • Manufacturing
  • Drilling Supervisor
  • Driller / Drill Operator
  • Well Drillers and Borers and Related Workers
  • Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas

Additional details

Minimum education
High school
Minimum experience
0+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week