Posted 3 months ago
Derrickhand - Well Servicing
@ Western Energy Services Corp.
Blackfalds, AB · Lloydminster, AB · Grande Prairie, AB · Virden, MB
Overview
Western Energy Services Corp. is hiring a Derrickhand for a full-time seasonal well servicing rig crew. The role works at height on the tubing board guiding tubing and tools, drives rig equipment between job sites, and supports the Driller. Work is away from home in all weather, and the company offers medical, dental and vision coverage, a retention bonus and a matched savings program.
Responsibilities:
- Guide tubing, tools and equipment from the tubing board
- Assist with circulating system maintenance
- Operate and drive rig equipment to and from job sites
- Take part in safety meetings, hazard assessments and drills
- Report unsafe conditions and incidents immediately
Requirements summary:
- Previous service rig experience as Floorhand or Derrickhand
- Valid full Class 5 driver's licence and reliable transport
- H2S Alive, First Aid with CPR and CSO tickets
- Air brakes endorsement preferred
- Willing to work in all weather and away from home
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- 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, Construction site, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer none |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Class 5, Air Brakes, H2S Alive, First Aid with CPR, CSO, Fall Protection |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus |
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Western Energy Services Corp.
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We provide integrated drilling, well services and rental services with contract drilling available in the US.
Full company description
Western Energy Services Corp. is an oilfield service company which provides contract drilling services in Canada through its division Horizon Drilling and in the United States through its wholly-owned subsidiary Stoneham Drilling Corporation. In Canada, Western also provides well servicing through its division Eagle Well Servicing and provides oilfield rental services through its division Aero Rental Services. Each business line is focused on the same key principles: • Attracting and training best-in-class people to deliver our products and services to our strong customer base. • Promoting a safe and progressive work environment from office to worksite for employees, contractors, customers and communities where we work. • Optimizing and managing assets to deliver quality products and services that meet the needs of an ever-changing industry. • Managing its balance sheet to allow for controlled strategic growth and positioning within the marketplace. Western’s strength in understanding the industry coupled with operational expertise and quality equipment, has resulted in Western becoming Canada’s sixth largest drilling company and seventh largest well servicing company.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,619
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 66
- Reported office locations
- 1700, 915 - 9th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta T2P 1K3, CA
- Business categories
- Energy
- Oil and Gas
- Renewable Energy
- Energy & Utilities
- Energy, mining, utilities
- Other recorded names
- Western Energy Services Corp.
- Specialties
- Contract Drilling
- Well Servicing
- and Oilfield Equipment Rentals
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 22,681
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Western Energy Services Corp. is an oilfield service company which provides contract drilling services in Canada through its division Horizon Drilling and in the United States through its wholly-owned subsidiary Stoneham Drilling Corporation. In Canada, Western also provides well servicing through its division Eagle Well Servicing and provides oilfield rental services through its division Aero Rental Services. Each…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | Contract DrillingWell Servicingand Oilfield Equipment Rentals |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 11 |
| View page |
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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