311701 - Oil and gas extraction technician

Controls and maintains equipment for oil and natural gas extraction, performs critical technical maintenance, collects and analyzes natural resource samples, and maintains safe and efficient oil and natural gas extraction.

Main activities

* perform periodic maintenance, repair work and regular inspections, change necessary components and monitor the operation of oil and natural gas extraction equipment;
* monitor oil and natural gas extraction processes, ensure their efficiency and safety, increase their extraction volume;
* collect and analyze samples from oil and natural gas fields, determine their quality and quantity;
* ensure safe and efficient oil and natural gas extraction, comply with safety and environmental protection requirements, monitor and respond to critical situations, maintain a high level of safety;
* prepare reports on the process of oil and natural gas extraction, collect and manages technical documents and fill in the technical work journal.

Characteristic competences

* apply technical knowledge practically;
* maintain relationships with other specialists;
* decide and solve problems;
* work in various situations;
* understand safety requirements.