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Patterson-UTI

Maintenance Manager PDC

Patterson-UTI, Bounce, Texas, United States

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Overview

The Maintenance Manager is field focused and serves as the first line Manager for the field service technicians providing maintenance support to operational rigs. The Maintenance Manager is expected to have a close working relationship with the operations team and the Senior Technical Service Manager, to proactively assist in reducing non-productive time and maintenance costs. The Maintenance Manager meets work objectives via Company and, when necessary, third-party technicians. The Maintenance Manager will keep a regional perspective and think strategically while ensuring that local responses to maintenance activities are efficient and effective. The Maintenance Manager will supervise and direct a variable sized team of personnel depending on operational and maintenance project requirements.

Detailed Description

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing a team of individuals ensuring the following objectives and tasks are met:

Manage Maintenance Program

Maintain an appropriate level of critical spare and replacement parts inventory to support field operations

Conduct equipment downtime and damage investigations as required and timely submit reports as needed, identifying causation and cost reduction opportunities

Receive maintenance requests from Operations and assign resources based on priority in support of overall operations

Coordinate parts and equipment delivery for onsite maintenance

Develop and execute response plans in coordination with and approved by the Operations Group and Senior Technical Service Manager

Provide timely reports on all field repairs with estimated time of completions, providing expected delivery times on parts requiring onsite delivery for repair completion and labor status to include technician arrival times and estimated work hours

Partner with Operations to develop and implement best practices for maintenance policies and procedures

Provide work order analysis to identify failure trends and opportunities to improve efficiencies

Provide job planning and quotes for Capital Project Requests (CPR)

Coordinate and manage proper utilization of third party contractors and service

Coordinate, track, and report on technical and depot level repairs

Coordinate equipment transfers through the Equipment & Yard Manager (EYS)

Manage Maintenance Personnel

Work with Field Foreman to supervise field maintenance personnel on a daily basis to provide work order assignments and required materials for work order completion

Evaluate and conduct reviews for maintenance personnel as necessary

Ensure maintenance personnel are performing all work in accordance with Company policies and procedures

Participate in maintenance personnel hiring, promotions, and selections processes

Operational and Technical Level Maintenance Training

Schedule and provide technical training related to operational and technical levels of maintenance

Identify training needs required in field operations and assist in developing training material as required

Ensure competency of technicians performing training and providing on-the-job instruction

Oracle Enterprise Business Suite (EBS) Processes

Ensure all material and equipment transactions within the region are completed in accordance with Company policies and procedures

Provide Capital Project Request (CPR) support for required equipment when applicable

Implement processes and procedures to facilitate rig and yard asset maintenance planning and schedules in order to maintain accurate and current equipment maintenance status

Maintain and report on asset maintenance records in Oracle EBS

Track and report on compliance with equipment maintenance requirements

Job Requirements

Established interpersonal skills including ability to interact productively with coworkers and third parties

Knowledge of oil and gas field components, including software and hardware

Strong trouble shooting and problem-solving skills is essential

Knowledge of all disciplines that pertain to the operation, and maintenance of drilling rigs to include motor, engine, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical control systems

Provide technical support to field personnel as required to assist with troubleshooting PLC and control system issues

Ability to demonstrate core competencies for electronics and electrical troubleshooting

Able to effectively make technical decisions on equipment issues

Intermediate to advanced level computer skills with a proven ability to utilize Microsoft Office applications, e.g. MS Word, Power Point, Project, Visio, Excel etc. and other MS software applications to drive efficiency in productivity

Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment where employees of all backgrounds feel included and their contributions are valued

Make employment decisions in a manner consistent with all Company policies, including the Company's Equal Employment Opportunity and Anti-Harassment Policy

Promptly address and resolve concerns and disputes among team members, with the goal of building a stronger, more cohesive work group

Must be a self-starter able to take initiative, make decisions and drive for results. Must demonstrate a high level of professional integrity and demeanor

Demonstrated leadership competencies

Builds and Maintains Effective Relationship

Develops Self and Others

Builds Effective Teams

Courageous Leadership

Managing Vision and Purpose

Business Acumen

Drive for Results

Customer focus

Decision Quality

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED or equivalent education

5+ years' relevant work experience on or around drilling rigs

3+ years of experience with controls/automation (preference within the drilling industry) and strong working knowledge of VFD, SCR, and PLCs used in the oil and gas industry or related field

Possess a state-issued driver's license and be eligible to drive a Company vehicle and meet the Company's Vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a business-related field

3+ years' of operational experience working for a drilling contractor or closely related service

Experience with NOV/Amphion and SLB systems and controls

Experience with Yaskawa, GE, and ABB VFD systems

2+ years working experience in Oracle Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) or other Oracle Applications is preferred

Previous managerial experience

Previous work experience in asset management

Previous work experience in purchasing or shipping and receiving

Additional Details This position requires the person to work in both office locations and outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including precipitation, cold/heat, high wind, and turbulent conditions. The Maintenance Manager will be occasionally exposed to the typical conditions of the local area where the drilling operations and rigs are located. The Maintenance Manager must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties. The incumbent must be able to work closely with others and under time-sensitive response requirements. The person must also be willing to work extended schedules that may include working days and occasionally nights, weekends and holidays.

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