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As an MPD Choke Operator, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining well control, optimizing drilling performance, and ensuring safe, efficient operations. Your role as an MPD Choke Operator is critical in protecting well integrity and driving operational excellence—every single day.

<h2>Now Hiring: MPD Choke Operator</h2>Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: MPD Coordinator(s)<h3>Join a Team That Drives Precision & Safety</h3>Are you ready to take your drilling career to the next level? As an MPD Choke Operator, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining well control, optimizing drilling performance, and ensuring safe, efficient operations. This is a high-impact position where your expertise directly contributes to operational success in dynamic drilling environments.<h3>What You’ll Do</h3>Operational Excellence<ul><li>Operate and monitor MPD choke systems to maintain precise wellbore pressure</li><li>Adjust surface backpressure in real time to ensure optimal bottom hole pressure</li><li>Collaborate closely with the Driller and Company Representative for seamless operations</li><li>Perform system checks, calibrations, and functional testing</li><li>Respond quickly to well conditions such as influx, losses, or pressure changes</li><li>Accurately log and report all MPD parameters and events</li></ul>Equipment & Maintenance<ul><li>Ensure MPD equipment and sensors are fully operational and maintained</li><li>Troubleshoot and assist with repairs of choke systems and related equipment</li><li>Manage inventory of spare parts and consumables</li></ul>Safety First<ul><li>Follow all HSE policies and well control procedures</li><li>Participate in safety meetings, drills, and pre-job briefings</li><li>Report hazards, near-misses, and equipment issues immediately</li></ul>Team Collaboration<ul><li>Work alongside Drillers, Mud Engineers, and MPD Supervisors</li><li>Communicate effectively during shift changes for continuity</li><li>Provide feedback to improve system performance and operations</li></ul><h3>What You Bring</h3>Education<ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent (technical degree preferred)</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>3–5 years in drilling operations</li><li>At least 2 years in MPD or Underbalanced Drilling</li></ul>Certifications (Preferred)<ul><li>MPD certification (Premium U)</li><li>H2S, BOSIET, and other required safety certifications</li></ul>Key Skills<ul><li>Strong knowledge of drilling hydraulics and well control</li><li>Experience with automated and manual MPD systems</li><li>Sharp problem-solving skills under pressure</li><li>Proficiency in data logging and monitoring software</li></ul><h3>Work Environment & Physical Requirements</h3><ul><li>Rotational schedules (14/14, 20/10, 28/28)</li><li>Offshore and/or onshore drilling environments</li><li>Exposure to high-pressure systems and heavy equipment</li><li>Ability to lift up to 45 lbs</li><li>Comfortable working in extreme weather conditions</li><li>Capable of extended standing, walking, and equipment use</li></ul><h3>Why Join Us?</h3>Be part of a team where safety, innovation, and performance come first. Your role as an MPD Choke Operator is critical in protecting well integrity and driving operational excellence—every single day.<img alt="" height="1" src="https://jbgr.la/t/v/H4sIAAAAAAAA_6tWyspP8kxRslIyNjcwsVTSUUrKTyxKAYsYAXklmbmpxSWJuQVKVnmlOTm1eiWBYamOGWFGvn4GeSnuGaZZ-QY5gTlZqYk5wZ5uEeleaf6pJeFlqT5lZdkAj3yYcFwAAAA=" width="1"/>

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