• Logs the rock formation samples from the drilled cuttings at the well site, monitors the well parameters and maintains sensors and gas equipment.
• Assisting with and have direct responsibility for, the effective management of the mud logging unit, including personnel and equipment.
• Assisting other well site personnel and the drilling operation by monitoring and recording drilling parameters, drilling fluid properties and pumping parameters,
• Providing primary well control surveillance by plotting pressure trends.
• Logging information on the rock formations being drilled by describing geological cuttings and monitoring gas shows.

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's Degree in Geology or Petroleum Engineering preferred
• 1+ years experience in Mud Logging.
• Aptitude to absorb a wide range of technical information including geology, chemistry, mechanics, electricity, electronics and computer science.
• Ability to work on own initiative with minimal supervision.
• Have a practical and proactive approach.
• Flexible and ability to spend extended periods of time on rotational schedule working in the field.
• Experience in Austin Chalk, Eagelford Shale or Marcellus Shale a plus.

• Excellent career opportunities with a major player in an oil industry
• Specialist training
• International travel opportunities
• Safe work environment
• An inspiring and culturally diverse work environment  

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