So, what does an oil rig electrician do ?
In short, oil rig electrician install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, test and commission electrical and electronic equipment and systems on oil rigs. The rig electrician may also work on electrical transmission and distribution equipment.
Rig electricians are employed by maintenance departments of drilling and well servicing contractors and by petroleum producing companies.
The oil rig electrician must follow the Electric Code.
Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.
Pre-requisite to work as Oil rig electrician
The oil rig electrician usually work long hours on extended roster systems and either outdoors in all weather conditions or underground, usually as members of teams or crews. The oil rig electrician work is generally hard and physically demanding.
The oil rig electricians may work in dusty, dirty, hot, or wet conditions, or in confined spaces and in other uncomfortable places and have to stand for long periods. They may also be required to work at heights on masts, towers and roofs. Electricians risk injury from electrical shock, falls and cuts. Rig electricians must be aware of safety regulations and must often wear and use protective equipment to minimize risks.
Oil rig electrician Duties, Responsibilities and Tasks
A rig electrician may perform the following tasks and duties:
- Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records
- Maintain, repair, test, troubleshoot, install and connect to power supplies appliances, switchgear, regulators, heaters, transformers, electrical motors, generators, alternators and electrical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic control systems and other related devices
- Read and interpret electrical, architectural and mechanical diagrams, drawings or specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations
- Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits
If you are able to meet these requirements and you are motivated to be part of highly motivated team of people please, apply for an oil rig electrician position through one of the links below:
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This post was written by admin on August 1, 2009
Dear Sir / Madam,
My experience as a Rig Electrician includes six years as junior / senior electrician in different drilling companies which includes Weatherford Drilling International (WDI), Kuwait Drilling Company (KDC), Pride Forasol and OGEC SPA. I had direct responsibility for the following:-
• SCR System and PLC trouble shooting.
• Rig Electrician in Overall operation, Rig Dismantling and Erection work.
• Daily Routine, Preventive Maintenance
• Break down jobs and shift duties.
• Dismantling Erection & Maintenance Top Drive system.
• Attend Pre Tour and Pre Job safety meeting.
• Working on site with all safety rules.
• Working area clean and good house keeping work.
With my successful job experience and proven track record in drilling field, I feel that I would be a valuable addition to your company.if you have any questions that require clarification you will not hesitate to contact me at my telephone numbers.
Yours sincerely,
Qamar Abbas
Electrician
qamerabas@yahoo.com
0092-300-5330426
0092-300-5094516