Operator - Level I at Tundra Oil & Gas Limited

Virden, Manitoba, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Field Operating, Maintenance, Chemical Injection, Safety Procedures, Interpersonal Skills, Team Building, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Mechanical Abilities, Mathematical Skills, Computer Skills, Communication, Adaptability, Emergency Response, Logbook Maintenance, Well Testing

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Tundra Oil & Gas is a Manitoba-based oil and gas exploration and production company and a wholly owned subsidiary of Winnipeg-based James Richardson & Sons, Limited. Tundra’s head office is in Winnipeg, with additional offices in Virden, Estevan, and Calgary. At Tundra, we believe that our people are the foundation of our success, and we are dedicated to growing our company in a sustainable and disciplined way. This philosophy has served us well since our inception in 1980. Today, Tundra is a team 400-strong, and a leader in the Manitoba and southeast Saskatchewan oil industry. We take pride in supporting the communities in which we operate and stewarding the resources we manage for today and for the future. We are committed to working together and to getting everyone home safe every day. THE OPPORTUNITY: Tundra is excited to announce an opportunity for a Field Operator, to be based in the Virden, MB area. Typical duties of a Field Operator include the operation and maintenance of central production treatment/storage facilities, water injection pumps, various utility support systems including chemical injection equipment, and related equipment. REPORTS TO: Production Foreman WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: * Performing daily well checks by inspecting equipment to ensure it is running properly and examine leases * Performing minor maintenance repairs * Completing work orders for larger maintenance work * Testing wells by obtaining volumes, samples, and gas readings, maintain logbook, and enter test results into PVR * Performing pigging on pipelines * Performing chemical circulations and monitor chemical rates * Examining boost pumps and lubrications * Inspecting gas compressors and lubrications where applicable * Checking single well batteries, monitor storage capacities, and coordinate trucking if applicable * Reporting spills, near misses, and complete hazard ID’s * Completing problem well reports as needed * Issuing permits to contractors and crews when necessary * Providing insight and sharing opinions at Safety and Operational meetings * Maintaining good relations with landowners * Responding to call outs and emergency alarms when required * Maintaining assigned company trucks and tools * Expected to obtain battery knowledge and experience WHAT YOU NEED: * High School Diploma or equivalent * Valid class 5 driver’s licence * Previous field operating and battery experience would be considered an asset * Basic mathematical abilities are required * Computer skills are considered an asset * Mechanical abilities are considered an asset * Stric adherence to the safety accountabilities as per Tundra’s Safety Policy * Willingness to achieve certification in: 1. H2S Alive Certificate 2. First Aid/ CPR 3. ATV Safety Course 4. WHMIS 5. TDG 6. SAIT Production Field Operator Training WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: * You demonstrate strong interpersonal and team-building skills, treating everyone with respect and fostering a positive, collaborative environment * You display a commitment to safety in your day-to-day work * You take ownership of your tasks and consistently follow through on your commitments * You prioritize activities effectively, determining the importance of information and addressing it accordingly * You embrace new technologies and adapt readily to change, recognizing opportunities for growth * You respond to changing conditions with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset * You think critically and act logically, taking the necessary steps to ensure success OTHER DETAILS: * This position is field-based, and the successful candidate will be expected to work in all types of weather * Must reside within a 45-minute drive of the assigned field * Required to drive to a variety of work sites using company vehicles including all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, etc. * Required to be on call * May be required to lift items weighing up to 25 kilograms or more * Work under minimal supervision * Must conform to facial hair standards for wearing respiratory protective equipment as required by Enform * Exposure to potential hazards e.g. toxic chemicals such as hydrogen sulfide * Required to work under stress and to handle emergency situations * Tundra Oil & Gas Limited is committed to protecting the health and safety of all individuals involved in our business activities, and the communities where we live and work. Given this commitment, Tundra requires pre-employment drug & alcohol testing for this position. We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. If you are interested in joining our rapidly growing team, please visit the Careers section of our website at www.tundraoilandgas.com [http://www.tundraoilandgas.com] and apply on-line to submit your cover letter and resume by February 18th, 2026. We wish to thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The Field Operator will perform daily well checks, inspect equipment, and conduct minor maintenance repairs. They will also be responsible for testing wells, maintaining logbooks, and responding to emergencies.