Solids Control Operator

This is a field-based, rotational position requiring personnel to work and live on-site for 14 days on / 7 days off (or longer, depending on operational needs). The role is centered around the operation and maintenance of NOV solids control equipment in rugged land drilling environments. Work is conducted primarily at rig locations across South Texas, West Texas and Colorado, where the candidate is expected to maintain high safety standards, ensure reliable operation of equipment, and document all daily activities thoroughly. This position is crucial for managing drilled cuttings and fluid recovery systems, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards

• Set up, operate, monitor, and maintain solids control equipment, including centrifuges, shale shakers, vertical cuttings dryers, and centrifugal and positive displacement pumps.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform preventive maintenance to ensure maximum equipment performance and reliability.
• Operate excavators and other heavy equipment to safely load drilled cuttings into transport trucks.
• Handle and dispose of drilling waste in accordance with environmental regulations and customer requirements.
• Accurately document daily operational activities, maintenance performed, equipment performance, and incidents using Windows, Excel, iOS applications, and other reporting tools.
• Communicate effectively with rig personnel, field supervisors, NOV support teams, and office staff regarding operational changes, equipment status, and HSE concerns.
• Follow all NOV, customer, federal, and state Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
• Participate in daily safety meetings, pre-job briefings, and the NOV Observation Program to promote a strong safety culture.

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on solids control equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and make operational adjustments as needed.
• Maintain accurate shift logs, maintenance records, and operational reports.
• Operate standard office equipment, reporting software, radios, and mobile applications.
• Safely operate heavy equipment, including excavators, forklifts, and other material-handling equipment as required.
• Use hand tools and mechanical equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
• Work safely in outdoor environments exposed to varying weather conditions, dust, and uneven terrain.
• Travel and work extended schedules, including nights, weekends, and multiple field locations as business needs require.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating and maintaining solids control systems, waste management systems, heavy equipment, or similar industrial equipment required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in remote, fast-paced field environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Windows, Excel, iOS applications, and basic computer reporting systems.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
• Valid government-issued photo identification required.
• Ability to safely work in extreme weather conditions, climb stairs, stand for extended periods, and perform physically demanding tasks.