Weatherford International Ltd

Fishing Tool Supervisor III

Weatherford International Ltd • $75K — $95K *
Bakersfield, CA 93307In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
3 days ago
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Qualifications

  • 2½ - 4 years experience in the Oil & Gas industry
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Technical knowledge of Mechanics, Electricity, Electronics, Pneumatics, and Hydraulics
  • Critical thinking and complex problem-solving abilities
  • Strong communication skills with a focus on reading and writing
  • Quality Control Analysis expertise
  • Physically capable of performing demanding field tasks
  • Technical Certificate from an accredited Technical/Vocational School

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary client contact at well sites and manage service assignments
  • Lead safety meetings and toolbox talks
  • Oversee job planning, tool preparation, and execution
  • Manage the installation of complex fishing tool equipment
  • Perform engineering checks and computations on location
  • Test, operate, and maintain tools as per safety procedures
  • Monitor operational data to recommend optimizations
  • Develop strong client relationships for repeat business
  • Effectively manage inventory and supplies on-site
  • Lead equipment failure investigations
  • Mentor field operation crew members and provide technical guidance
  • Maintain safe and presentable work environments
  • Be available on a 24-hour call basis for customer needs
  • Ensure compliance with HSE policies and industry regulations

Benefits

  • Opportunity for hands-on leadership in the field
  • Exposure to complex and challenging work environments
  • Potential for domestic and international travel
  • Emphasis on safety and quality standards
  • Training and mentoring opportunities for career development
Full Job Description
Job Description

We're seeking an experienced Fishing Tool Supervisor III to serve as the primary client interface at well sites, leading service operations and managing field personnel. This role combines technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring the safe and efficient execution of fishing tool services while maintaining the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction. The position requires a hands-on professional who can oversee complex equipment installations, mentor team members, and deliver superior service quality in demanding oilfield environments.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Act as the key client interface at well sites, managing all Weatherford personnel and service assignments
  • Lead daily operations and safety meetings, including toolbox talks and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) sessions
  • Oversee job planning, tool preparation, mobilization, and execution while ensuring timely submission of all job-related documentation and invoicing materials
  • Manage the installation of complex fishing tool equipment and services in the field
  • Perform engineering checks on location, including hand calculations, software updates, and computations based on current data
  • Test, operate, and maintain tools and equipment according to work instructions and safety procedures
  • Monitor and analyze operational data to recommend optimized services and solutions to clients
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships to ensure repeat business and service excellence
  • Effectively manage inventory and supplies required at well sites
  • Lead equipment failure investigations and contribute to Root Cause Analysis reports
  • Mentor and guide field operation crew members, providing technical expertise and leadership
  • Maintain equipment, facilities, and work areas in safe and presentable conditions
  • Remain available on a 24-hour call basis to respond to customer needs
  • Ensure all activities comply with HSE policies, quality standards, and industry regulations


Skills and Education
  • Experience: 2½ - 4 years in the Oil & Gas industry
  • Education: High School Diploma
  • Technical Knowledge: Fundamentals of Mechanics, Electricity, Electronics, Pneumatics, and Hydraulics
  • Core Skills: Mathematics, basic Physics and Chemistry, computer fundamentals
  • Problem-Solving: Critical thinking, active learning, complex problem-solving abilities
  • Communication: Strong reading and writing skills with excellent judgment and decision-making capabilities
  • Quality Focus: Quality Control Analysis expertise to ensure products meet required standards
  • Physical Requirements: Physically capable of performing demanding fieldwork tasks
  • Additional Competencies: Time management, service orientation, mathematical reasoning, and ability to operate tools and machinery effectively
  • Technical Certificate from an accredited Technical/Vocational School
  • Travel Requirement: 50-75% of domestic and potentially international travel


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About Weatherford International Ltd

Weatherford International Ltd is a multinational oilfield service company that provides innovative solutions, technology and services to the oil and gas industry. The company operates in more than 80 countries and has a network of approximately 620 locations, including manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities. Weatherford's product and service portfolio includes drilling services, well construction, completion, stimulation, production, and intervention services. The company was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Learn more about Weatherford International Ltd
Size
17,200 employees
Market Cap
$3.4 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
5 Year Trend
-8.7%
NASDAQ
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* Ladders Estimates

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