Wellfield Maintenance Tech

DEPARTMENT:  Wellfield Operations

REPORTS TO:  Plant Production Superintendent

FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the operation of a truck-mounted pulling unit for the servicing of uranium production and injections wells at the ISR mine. This includes the daily maintenance that is required to maintain the wellfield and component of operations.  This position also includes installing submersible pumps and motors, swabbing of wells and maintenance, and chemical treating wells to improve flow and improve operations. A strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Chemical well treatment to improve flow and enhance production..
• Safely and effectively operate truck mounted pulling units and associated support equipment (hose reels, trailers, water wagons) at ISR wellfields to install or repair well casing, submersible pumps.
• Inspect and maintain pulling units and associated support equipment to company standards.
• Operate a pickup truck on company premises as necessary and demonstrate strong commitment to safety and environmental protection.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by the company.
• Ability to work productively with minimal supervision and communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers.
• Must be able to read and write and perform basic math including multiplication and division.
• Experience working with pulling units and/or water or oil well service type activities.
• Ability to troubleshoot and correct malfunctions of equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must be able to lift 25-100 pounds repeatedly.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to hazards typically associated with a uranium ISR facility which includes the presence of low levels of radioactive materials and radiation, low to moderate noises levels, moving equipment, wet surfaces, uneven ground and facility equipment.  The work is generally outdoors, and the employee can be exposed to inclement weather including cold, hot, snow, rain, mud etc.

BENEFITS

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