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Pressure Pumping Operator

  • Clairmont, AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 16, 2026
  • 1 position

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

Job summary

The Pressure Pumping Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining equipment on-site, monitoring fluid properties, and ensuring safe execution of well services. They also manage the Fluid Technician and track product inventory while adhering to strict safety protocols.

Job details

Job Summary Weatherford is expanding into the Hydro Lyft service line in Canada. This service is in high demand with many large operators, and we're looking for self-driven individuals. The Hydro Lyft technology is designed to achieve low density while maximizing debris carrying capacity for optimal results in low pressure wells. Candidates that reside in Edmonton, Whitecourt, Grande Prairie, and surrounding areas are encouraged to apply. Recruiting in the Grande Prairie, AB area Responsibilities * Load up and secure chemistry totes for jobs and ensure correct chemicals are loaded for well parameters * Perform rig-up and rig-out duties with equipment on location as per rig up layout * Operate equipment and maintain and repair equipment, as required * Regularly observe equipment-operating parameters * Report potential problems to Senior Operator and Operations manager * Monitor fluid properties and add chemicals as needed to ensure proper fluid rheology * Perform jar tests and record information as required based on work instructions * Track product inventory and burn rate * Able to calculate well volumes and other oilfield calculations * Understanding of wellbore dynamics and pressures * Communicate effectively with team members * Follow safety protocols and wear PPE equipment as assigned * Able to safely operate forklift * Adhere to safe working procedures * Manage the Fluid Technician and ensure that they perform their duties correctly Skills/Education Required * 3+ years previous oilfield experience, preferred experience on a Coil Tubing Unit, Pumping Unit experience or Service Rig * Valid class 5 Driver's license * Advanced knowledge of fluid systems and coil tubing operations. * Able to understand and interpret instructions both written and verbal * Able to identify dangerous conditions and act accordingly * Thorough knowledge of safety policies and emergency procedures * Able to interact responsibly with crew members, company representatives at all times * Good communication skills both written and verbal * Able to solve and troubleshoot problems * Able to work with little or no supervision * Mechanically inclined * Forklift certification or experience is a plus #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 Pressure Pumping Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining equipment on-site, monitoring fluid properties, and ensuring safe execution of well services. They also manage the Fluid Technician and track product inventory while adhering to strict safety protocols.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 3 years of oilfield experience, preferably with coil tubing or pumping units, and possess a valid Class 5 Driver's license. Strong knowledge of fluid systems, wellbore dynamics, and the ability to perform mechanical troubleshooting are essential.

Listed skills

  • Forklift operation · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred
  • Troubleshooting · Preferred
  • Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Pressure pumping
  • Fluid systems
  • Coil tubing operations
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Wellbore dynamics
  • Fluid rheology
  • Jar testing
  • Inventory management
  • Forklift operation
  • Safety protocols
  • Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Oilfield calculations
  • Communication
  • Equipment Repair
  • Energy System Transition
  • Forklift Certification
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Chemistry
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Forklift Truck
  • Innovation
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Operations Management
  • Operations
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

Job areas

  • Energy
  • Trades
  • Manufacturing
  • Engineering
  • Logistics
  • Lease Operator/Pumper
  • Chemical Operator
  • Chemical Processing Plant Controllers
  • Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders

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