Posted 11 months ago
Electrician (Ad hoc)
@ Nabors
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
Nabors is hiring an ad hoc electrician for drilling rig electrical work, covering VFDs, PLCs, generators and well control systems. The role involves installation, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and crew supervision. The posting states the position is part-time and requires offshore or onshore certifications.
Responsibilities:
- Install, troubleshoot and maintain VFDs, PLCs and electrical equipment
- Maintain drilling rig electrical and well control systems
- Supervise crew safety and follow HSE procedures
- Create work orders and monitor electrical spare parts
Requirements summary:
- 6 years maintaining electrical equipment
- Canadian inter-provincial journeyperson certificate or Industrial/Electrical Technology diploma
- High school diploma
- Experience with VFDs and electronically controlled engines
- Able to obtain offshore or onshore certifications
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2025-12-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-11
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Mechanical & electrical trades |
| Experience | 6+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Canadian inter-provincial journeyperson certificate, offshore certification, onshore certification |
| Education | High school (required), Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Industrial Technology, Electrical Technology |
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Nabors
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Innovating the Future of Energy
Full company description
Nabors Industries is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in approximately 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible energy production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing, Nabors aims to innovate the future of energy and enable the transition to a lower carbon world. Nabors owns and operates one of the world’s largest land-based drilling rig fleet and is a provider of offshore drilling rigs in the United States and multiple international markets. Nabors also provides directional drilling services, performance tools and innovative technologies for its own rig fleet and those of third parties. Utilizing its advanced drilling automation capabilities, Nabors’ highly skilled workforce continues to set new standards for operational excellence and transform our industry.
- LinkedIn followers
- 241,498
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 7,406
- Reported office locations
- 515 West Greens Road, Houston, Texas 77067, US
- Crown House, Second Floor, 4 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton, HM 08, Bermuda, US
- JAFZA South Zone 2, Plot No. S20702, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, US
- Business categories
- Machinery Manufacturing
- Robotics
- Oil and Gas
- Industrial
- Energy
- Supply Chain Management
- Marketing Automation
- Customer Service
- Other recorded names
- Nabors
- Nabors Career Site
- Nabors Industries
- Specialties
- Onshore Drilling
- Offshore Drilling
- Specialized Drilling
- Drilling Equipment Manufacturing
- Directional Drilling
- Drilling Software
- Horizontal Drilling
- Technology
- Digital
- Automation
- Robotics
- Decarbonization
- Energy Transition
- Geothermal
- and Energy Storage
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 4,100,000,000
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Nabors Industries is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in approximately 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible energy production. By leveraging its core competencies, particularly in drilling, engineering, automation, data science and manufacturing…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Oil and Gas |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Houston, Texas |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1952 |
| Specialties | Onshore DrillingOffshore DrillingSpecialized DrillingDrilling Equipment ManufacturingDirectional DrillingDrilling SoftwareHorizontal DrillingTechnologyDigitalAutomation |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 10 |
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The Electrician position performs all tasks and duties of an electrical discipline including but not limited to, installing or maintaining the variable speed /SCR drives, electrical wiring on miscellaneous equipment including but not limited to, generators, air conditioning, refrigeration, and alarm systems. The position is responsible for all drilling and support equipment pertaining to the drilling of the well including but not limited to, circulating, rotating, hoisting and well control systems.
- Provide visible leadership with a Total Ownership attitude.
- Enforce, clarify, and follow Company policies, standards, and procedures.
- Support the HSE objective of no injuries, accidents or harm to the environment as it relates to all electrical processes, procedures, and policies.
- Promote operational excellence through procedural discipline.
- Delegate work effectively with a clear definition of requirements and expectations.
- Supervise and ensure the safety of those working under direct supervision.
- Comply with emergency response plan or station bill during emergencies and/ or drills.
- Responsible for morale and order within crew.
- Ensure Authorized To Operate (ATO) and Approved Competent Operator (ACO) are applied and followed.
- Ensure Client competency standards are applied and requirements followed.
- Understand, and adhere to, LO/TO and Permit to Work procedures.
- Download and Upload PLC programs.
- Read, analyze, and troubleshoot PLC Control Logics.
- Read, analyze, and troubleshoot VFD Control logics.
- Conduct wire splicing using approved cutting devices or cutting pliers and terminate connections to fixtures, outlets and equipment.
- Test circuit connections using electrical test equipment.
- Install, test, and maintain electrical equipment such as air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment.
- Respond to emergencies as requested and coordinate onsite activities to utilize resources to facilitate repairs in the most expedient and cost-effective manner.
- Install and repair lighting systems.
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of electrical equipment.
- Repair electrical equipment such as panel lighting, circuit breakers, junction boxes, voltage regulators and reverse current relays.
- Maintain electrical distribution panels for motor start and operations.
- Maintain alarm and video system.
- Install, calibrate and maintain gas detection equipment.
- Follow prescribed preventative maintenance schedule for all electrical equipment.
- Read and analyze electrical drawings, schematics and equipment manuals.
- Repair or replace defective or worn electrical parts.
- Use forward looking perspective to anticipate potential equipment malfunctions or failures and performs required repairs, adjustments or modification to resolve the problem.
- Coordinate with Maintenance Lead on the maintenance, repair and refurbishment of equipment.
- Create Job requests and work orders as required and enter into maintenance tracking system
- Monitor spare parts availability/stocking and communicate re-order requirements to Customer Supply Chain Team.
- Submit requisitions to Rig Manager for approval.
- Maintain records of all electrical inventories and communicate suggested orders as required.
- Responsible for all other electrical equipment and systems on the WWRP that support the operation of the platform. This includes the main Power generators and distribution equipment.
- Ensure Client competency standards are applied and requirements followed.
- Perform additional duties, responsibilities, and special projects as may be directed.
- Must possess and maintain certifications and licenses necessary as required by the appropriate regulatory authorities.
- Knowledgeable of electrical systems and be skilled at working with hand and power tools.
- Must possess mathematical skills required for certification as an Electrician.
- Should have good PC skills to include all MS Office products.
- Must have proficient knowledge of diagnostic equipment.
- Must be a self-motivator and work without close supervision.
- Must be able to prioritize jobs and work under tight time restraints.
- Can demonstrate knowledge and fundamentals of the following equipment:
- Drilling controls system
- Power generation system
- Power transformers
- AC/DC motor application and drive systems
- System components
- Refrigeration and air conditioning
- Must possess sound reasoning skills, good common sense and have the ability to follow directions.
- Must be able to recognize hazards, alarms, warnings and the ability to convey these to the proper personnel.
- Should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Should have good verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate with staff, management, customers and vendors.
- Must be experienced in the control of VFDs (Conversion side as well as the Inversion side).
- Must be experienced in electronically controlled engines.
- Must be experienced in Conventional Generator control devices and control.
- Knowledgeable and proficient in basic rigger’s role and CAPP Safe Lifting Practice (SLP), to ensure safe lifting practices are utilized.
- Can demonstrate knowledge and fundamentals of the following equipment:
- Drilling rig Smart Zone Management System (SZMS)
- Common PLC systems including Siemens Step 7
- Education, experience, and certifications:
- High School diploma is required.
- Must be able to obtain appropriate offshore or, onshore certifications
- Should have at least 6 years of work experience in maintaining electrical equipment.
- Must have Canadian inter-provincial journeypersons certificate or Industrial / Electrical Technology diploma with apprenticeship experience.
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