Fracturing Dispatch

FRACTURING DISPATCH - Position is located in Grande Prairie, AB

ROLE STATEMENT:
The Dispatch, Fracturing will be a member of the Fracturing Department and will report to the Coordinator, Fracturing. The Dispatch, Fracturing will be responsible for identifying employee and equipment requirements and availability for fracturing jobs and dispatching accordingly.

OUR CULTURE:
Calfrac, we believe in being an integral part of the communities where we operate and we support a variety of giving activities throughout the year. Our support falls under two main areas: volunteering or donation. Whenever possible, the initiatives and organizations we undertake to promote and support fall into the following categories: Environment, Education, Indigenous, Social Services, Arts & Culture and Community Sport.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Identify employee and equipment requirements to meet job requirements/specifications.
Dispatch employee and equipment assignments – including communication with employees, maintenance and other service line Coordinators and Dispatch
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with internal and external customers contacted in the course of work
Communicate between external customers and Calfrac’s operations group; transportation regulations, guidelines and directions including road bans, weather conditions, weight and size restrictions and other relevant information
Interact with the Coordinator, Administrator and Sales and Marketing on upcoming jobs, crew requirements and progress updates of the fracturing jobs
Review and approve job programs to determine appropriate equipment is provided; capable of pumping within equipment limitations.
Obtain transportation permits as required to meet operational requirements.
Monitor and track crew logistics in accordance with scheduling requirements
Communicate with fellow Dispatch (across service lines) regarding scheduling of upcoming work.
Coordinate the testing of fluid samples between the client and laboratory
Administrative work as required
Maintain all required safety and legislated certifications and courses
KEY ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES:
Flexibility to work a variety of shifts (shift-work, rotational, on-call)
Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated success with leading the creation of business process and improvement initiatives
Operational knowledge of all of the company’s applicable procedures, equipment, and governmental regulations is a must
Strong knowledge of provincial and federal transportation regulations, policies and procedures, equipment maintenance, and dispatch operations
Must be familiar with oilfield terminology and equipment
Proficient with MS Office
Detail and safety oriented
SCHEDULE:
Seven (7) days on, Seven (7) days off
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High school Diploma or GED preferred
5+ years progressive work experience in the Fracturing service line including developed operational experience in all equipment
Preferred experience as a Supervisor 1 or in a dispatch role
Valid Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent required
Satisfactory Drivers Abstract required
**Please note: deadline for new applicants is June 14, 2024**

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