Posted 3 months ago
Derrickhand - Well Servicing
@ Western Energy - Well Servicing
Blackfalds, AB · Lloydminster, AB · Grande Prairie, AB · Virden, MB
Overview
Western Energy - Well Servicing is hiring a full-time seasonal Derrickhand for its well servicing rig crew. The role works from the tubing board guiding tubing and tools into and out of wells, and includes driving rig equipment to job sites. Candidates need prior service rig experience, a Class 5 licence and H2S and first aid tickets, and must be willing to work in all weather and away from home.
Responsibilities:
- Guide tubing, tools and equipment from the tubing board
- Assist Driller with circulating system maintenance
- Operate and drive rig equipment to job sites
- Participate in safety meetings and hazard assessments
- Report unsafe conditions and incidents immediately
Requirements summary:
- Previous service rig experience as Floorhand or Derrickhand
- Valid full Class 5 licence and reliable transportation
- Air brakes endorsement preferred
- H2S Alive, First Aid with CPR and CSO preferred
- Willing to work in all weather and away from home
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · dayforce-feed
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-13
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class 5, Air Brakes Endorsement, H2S Alive, Standard First Aid with CPR, CSO, Fall Protection for Rig Work |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus |
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Western Energy - Well Servicing
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
Western operates contract drilling services across Canada and maintains a United States presence through Stoneham Drilling. Within Canada, Western also provides well servicing and high-quality rental services to support a broad range of customer needs. Across all operations, the company remains committed to safe, efficient, and reliable energy service solutions.
The Derrickhand is an experienced crew member of the well servicing rig crew responsible for safely performing well servicing operations from the tubing board. Working at an elevated position, the Derrickhand guides tubing, tools and equipment as they are run into and pulled from the well. This position also includes operating and driving rig equipment to and from job sites, supporting the Driller in daily operations, mentoring and assisting crew members, and carrying out all assigned duties in accordance with client requirements, company procedures and safety standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist Driller with equipment maintenance specifically related to the circulating system
- Assist with pipe guiding while positioned in the derrick
- Participate in pre-job safety meetings, hazard assessments and emergency response drills
- Identify and report unsafe conditions, incidents, near misses, and equipment hazards immediately
- Ability to comply with company policies and procedures
Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Previous service rig experience working in Floorhand and Derrickhand positions
- Valid full Class 5 Drivers license & reliable transportation
- Air Brakes Endorsement is preferred
- Preferred Industry Tickets:
- H2S Alive
- Standard First Aid with CPR
- CSO (Common Safety Orientation)
- Fall Protection for Rig Work
- Rig Rescue for Rig Work preferred
- CAOEC Derrickhand Competency considered an asset
- Ability to pass pre-employment testing
- Fluent in Written/Spoken English
- Be willing to work in all weather conditions and work environments with work away from home
What we offer:
- Immediate Employee Benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage
- Retention Bonus
- Matched Savings Program - up to 5%
- Steady crews with opportunity for local work
Derrickhand position is full-time seasonal position. Seasonal work is based on operational requirements, project schedules, weather and environmental conditions and other factors outside our control.
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