Gun Loader

Experienced Gun Loader

JOB SUMMARY: This position performs work in building and loading select fire perforating guns for wireline pump down operations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Understand and adhere to all Tier 1 Completions Solutions Inc. (Tier 1) policies and procedures, furthermore, understand and adhere to any client’s policies and procedures;
• Builds perforating guns according to needs and specifications;
• Sets the tools needed for the job based on specifications;
• Maintains adequate inventory of guns and explosives and other materials as required;
• Keeps logbook up to date;
• Ensures work area is kept clean and safe;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Previous gun building experience highly preferred;
• Basic mechanical skills and oilfield knowledge;
• Working knowledge of safety practices and awareness of surrounding for safety;
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment with good customer service skills;
• Basic wiring skills.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent climbing (stairs, ladders, terrain);
• Frequent lifting, pushing and pulling (70 pounds);
• Frequent bending, twisting and standing;
• Exposure to working outdoors in all-weather conditions;
• Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week;
• Working with explosives.
• Precise hand eye coordination
• Basic keyboard and other skills
• Operation of heavy equipment or vehicles
• Work nights and/or weekends

Educations, Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s license required;
• CDL License with Class A and Hazmat Endorsement is an asset but not required; 
• First Aid and CPR certified highly preferred 

 Qualifications:

• Results from a pre-employment test must be deemed acceptable in accordance with Tier 1’s policies;
• 5 years commercial/drivers abstract must be in compliant with Tier 1’s guidelines
• Must have the ability to pass a federal background check
• Preference will be given to candidates that reside in the immediate area of the position
• Must be authorized to work in the United States with no restrictions.
• *Compliance to work in US with explosives (specific documentation)