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ELECTRICIAN II

@ Nabors

Nisku, Alberta

Full-time2+ years experience
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Overview

Nabors is hiring a full-time field service Electrician II to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain OEM and rig electrical and control equipment, including commissioning systems on drilling rigs domestically and internationally. The role involves on-call support while on rotation, customer training and work in remote areas under minimal supervision. It requires 2-3 years of related experience and a Red Seal Electrician or Instrumentation Technician credential.

Responsibilities:

  • Install, troubleshoot and repair OEM rig equipment
  • Support customers with non-OEM electrical issues
  • Work locally and internationally on drilling rigs
  • Provide on-call support while on rotation
  • Install and calibrate rig instrumentation

Requirements summary:

  • 2-3 years of related experience
  • Journeyman Red Seal Electrician or Instrumentation Technician
  • Experience with motors, VFDs and PLCs
  • Clean driver's abstract
  • Passport holder able to work in the US

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Employer posting date
2026-08-31
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-18

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: moderate · ground: minimal
Work settingPlant or factory, Client sites, Outdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsRed Seal, Journeyman Electrician, Instrumentation Technician
Driver’s licencerequired

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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…

FieldValue
IndustryOil and Gas
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersHouston, Texas
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1952
SpecialtiesOnshore DrillingOffshore DrillingSpecialized DrillingDrilling Equipment ManufacturingDirectional DrillingDrilling SoftwareHorizontal DrillingTechnologyDigitalAutomation
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Job description

This is a field service position responsible for equipment installation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance. Responsibilities include commissioning control systems and integrated rig equipment on drilling rigs domestically and internationally. You will need to work under minimal supervision and train customers on our OEM equipment, which may include Top Drives, Catwalks, Wrenches, Drawworks, or Robotic Operating Systems. Work must be performed in accordance with our quality standards, specifications and meet our customers’ expectations.

  • Install, troubleshoot and repair our OEM equipment
  • Assist our customers with electrical issues throughout their rig (non-OEM)
  • Complete duties both in our shop and in the field
  • Work locally, domestically, and internationally
  • Understand ladder logic for troubleshooting (Allen Bradley, Omron, GE, Beckhoff etc)
  • Work with VFD’s for motor control (ABB, Yaskawa, Converteam, etc)
  • Provide on-call support while on rotation
  • Make minor mechanical repairs when needed
  • Install and calibrate rig instrumentation
  • Troubleshoot generators and SCR’s
  • Understand engineering documentation (schematics, one-line etc)
  • Work in remote areas with minimal supervision
  • Follow our safe work practices and promote a safe work environment
  • Complete documentation with Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Operate and maintain a company vehicle in accordance to our policies
  • 2-3 years of related experience
  • Journeyman Red Sealed Electrician or Instrumentation Technician
  • Experience with motors, VFD’s, and PLC’s
  • Clean drivers abstract
  • Passport holder and able to work in the US

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Journeyman certificate of at least 3 years
  • Instrumentation or Millwright experience
  • Microsoft Office Certification
  • Rig experience

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETANCIES

  • Adaptable and dependable
  • Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong electrical/technical knowledge
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills to analyze equipment skillfully
  • Must be professional in both appearance and behavior

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nabors is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To learn more about our Fair Employment practices, please refer to the Nabors Code of Conduct.

Nabors is a leading provider of advanced technology for the energy industry. With operations in about 20 countries, Nabors has established a global network of people, technology and equipment to deploy solutions that deliver safe, efficient and responsible hydrocarbon 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.

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