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Coil Operator

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Closing Date:
20 Oct 2025
Location:
Red Deer, AB
Type Summary:
Full-Time
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Job Description:
ELEMENT TECHNICAL SERVICES - COIL OPERATOR

Summary

The COIL Operator 2 (COP2) is responsible for operating equipment in a safe and appropriate manner, working as part of a crew.  Equipment includes tractor, trailor, picker and pick-up trucks.

Job Duties

  • Operating various large duty equipment
  • Understanding and knowledgeable of Preventative Maintenance requirements
  • Performs proper maintenance and sampling schedules
  • Able to redress BOP’s, Quads and Combi’s
  • Responsible for N2 bottles including checking the pre-charge and knowing the functionality and specifications of the back up system.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the CVIP requirements for all equipment
  • Emergency shut-down procedures of the Rig and Picker
  • Awareness and identification of the critical components listing
  • Installation of reel and stabbing tube into the injector
  • Tube to tube grapple and cable grapple
  • Rotating joint and inspection requirements
  • Responsible for picker set up and operational checklist
  • Understanding of permit requirements for the Rig and Picker
  • Remote setup of BOP controls
  • Knowledge of tubing specifications, tensile yield, pressure and volume requirements
  • Completes oil samples for tractor and COIL support
  • Perform pre and post trip inspections on equipment operated, ensuring safety and roadworthiness
  • Attend pre-job safety meetings
  • Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, driver's hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, fatigue management
  • Maneuver equipment following appropriate hand signals.
  • Maintain driver logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status.
  • Maintains effective communication with co-workers

Requirements

  • Class 1 or 3 driver's license with Air brake endorsement
  • Satisfactory driving record
  • Knowledge of truck and equipment safety
  • Knowledge of equipment maintenance
  • Strong oral and written communication abilities
  • Use of timelines and time management
  • High level of personal integrity
  • Strong work ethic

  • Professional demeanor under stressful situations
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Work independently and effectively in a diverse working environment

Certifications Required

  • H2S
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Fall Protection
  • RIDE
  • Hours of Service & Fatigue Management
  • Crane Operator
  • Radiation Authorized User
  • WHMIS (GHS)
  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
  • Forklift Operation
  • Fire Extinguisher Training
  • Fire and Explosion Hazard Training
  • EGSO
  • Various company specific orientations

Work Conditions

  • Rotation schedules vary 20/10
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50lb
  • Travel to off-site locations required
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) e.g. coveralls, steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
  • Hazards associated with the trade
  • Working outdoors in all weather conditions
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About Essential

Essential provides oilfield services to oil and natural gas producers, primarily in western Canada. Essential offers completion, production and abandonment services to a diverse customer base. Services are offered with coil tubing, fluid and nitrogen pumping and the sale and rental of downhole tools and equipment. Essential offers the largest coil tubing fleet in Canada.