OPERATORS / NOC #84101

Coiled Tubing Operator Coiled Tubing Operator 1

You’re a reel expert. That’s because you drive and operate a vehicle with an enormous reel around which long metal pipe is
spooled. You use this coil tubing in oil and gas wells to do everything from stimulating the flow of oil or natural gas to remov
obstacles in a drilling operation.

As a member of the oilfield services team, coiled tubing operators drive and operate vehicles equipped with coiled tubing,
essentially a long pipe spooled on a large reel. Coiled tubing is used to perform tasks within a well, such as pumping fluids to
stimulate the flow of oil or natural gas, removing obstructions, and deploying materials and tools that can be used for measu
well conditions. Coiled tubing is used during the drilling, completion, maintenance and abandonment or remediation of oil o
wells.

Coiled tubing operators must be able to transport equipment to and from the well location, safely rig in and operate the
equipment, perform day-to-day inspections, servicing and maintenance of equipment, and complete all required paperwork
accurately and on time.

Transferability information for this occupation is available on the Oil and gas well services operators career.

Oil and gas

Sub-sector Oil and gas services

Environment Primarily outdoor work

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Average salary $41,000 to $70,000

Education High school diploma

Career Demand Growing

Work Activities
In this occupation activities may include:

Communicating with the wellsite supervisor and fellow crew members to complete jobs with a focus on safety, enviro
and community
Completing a driver vehicle inspection report (DVIR) to provide information on fluid levels, engine and belt conditions
brakes, slack adjuster, air lines, wheels, etc.
Driving and operating in the coil tubing unit or support equipment, such as the fluid pump or crane, to assist in the
completions of an oil and gas well
Monitoring well control parameters and calculations before and during job applications
Performing regular maintenance checks on the iron/sand truck while following safe work procedures

Qualifications & Experience

Education
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A high school diploma (or equivalent) is typically required. Basic mechanical skills and heavy hauling or off-road drivin
experience are assets to the job.

Certifications

Standard and emergency first aid

H2S Alive
Oilfield Driver Awareness

Additional Requirements

Ability to pass a pre-employment physical assessment and drug test

Nature of Work & Environment

Minimal or no travel
Shiftwork/variable work hours
Primarily outdoor work
Physical work
Safety-sensitive environment
Work away from home/in camps

Competencies
You have the ability to troubleshoot problems and the physical stamina to perform tasks quickly.

Mathematics
Mechanics
Maintaining equipment
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Monitoring operations
Active listening
Critical thinking
Selecting equipment
Monitoring operations
Installing equipment
Planning and organizing

Additional Work Activities

Participating in regular on-site and off-site safety meetings and training sessions.
Preventing potential hazards.
Using and maintaining the required safety equipment (PPE).
Complying with all relevant company policy and regulations related to HS&E (Health, Safety and Environment).
Adhering to safety standards for the well, yard and shop at all times.
Identifying potential hazards for personnel.
Mentoring new hires.
Manipulating tools, such as the coil tubing unit, down the wellbore.
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts,
equipment or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained or used.
Helping other workers do their job safely.
Assisting with rigging in and other functions at the job site as required.
Conducting pre-trip inspection.
Ensuring units are clean and functioning.
Completing work orders and compliance paperwork associated with job duties.

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