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Solids Control Operator
Job Location:
Job Location:
Odessa, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
27 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
25 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Department:
Job Summary
Description
Responsibilities
Qualifications
- Sitting closed loop jobs operating solid controls equipment running heavy equipment such as trackhoes and doing daily reports
- Ability to satisfactorily complete solid control rig ups rig downs trouble shooting and minor repairs
- Ability to satisfactorily perform solid control analysis of equipment
- Abilty to satisfactorily perform electrical rig ups rig downs and minor repairs
- Possess satisfactory knowledge of solids control and vacuum unit jobs
- Ability to follow proper sampling procedure
- Attain necessary NOV WSS core training and maintain annual refresher training
- Ablity to satifactorily complete daily reports
- Abilty to communicate with customers supervisors and co-workers
- Possess satisfactory rig etiquette
- Abilty to successfully train other employees
- Possess a professional attitude
- Demonstrate a willingness to complete general labor tasks as deemed necessary by supervisor
Responsibilities
- Sitting closed loop jobs operating solid controls equipment running heavy equipment such as trackhoes and doing daily reports
- Ability to satisfactorily complete solid control rig ups rig downs trouble shooting and minor repairs
- Ability to satisfactorily perform solid control analysis of equipment
- Abilty to satisfactorily perform electrical rig ups rig downs and minor repairs
- Possess satisfactory knowledge of solids control and vacuum unit jobs
- Ability to follow proper sampling procedure
- Attain necessary NOV WSS core training and maintain annual refresher training
- Ablity to satifactorily complete daily reports
- Abilty to communicate with customers supervisors and co-workers
- Possess satisfactory rig etiquette
- Abilty to successfully train other employees
- Possess a professional attitude
- Demonstrate a willingness to complete general labor tasks as deemed necessary by supervisor
Qualifications
Technical Knowledge
- Understanding of drilling fluid systems and mud properties
- Knowledge of solids control equipment including:
- Shale shakers
- Mud cleaners
- Hydrocyclones (desanders/desilters)
- Centrifuges
- Vacuum degassers
- Agitators and mixing systems
- Familiarity with drilling operations and rig processes
- Ability to monitor and optimize solids removal efficiency
- Basic understanding of fluid testing and maintenance
Experience Requirements
- 1-3 years of oilfield drilling fluids or solids control experience preferred
- Experience working on land drilling rigs
- Knowledge of rig-up and rig-down procedures
- Equipment troubleshooting and repair experience
Skills & Abilities
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Ability to inspect maintain and repair solids control equipment
- Ability to read gauges pressure readings and operating parameters
- Basic computer and reporting skills
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Effective communication with drilling crews mud engineers and company representatives
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift 50-75 pounds regularly
- Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
- Ability to climb ladders stairs and rig structures
- Ability to stand walk bend kneel and work extended shifts (12 hours)
- Willingness to work rotational schedules and weekends
Safety Qualifications
- Strong commitment to company and customer safety policies
- Ability to identify and mitigate operational hazards
- Understanding of Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Proper use of PPE
- Participation in safety meetings and Job Safety Analyses (JSAs)
Required Experience:
IC
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