Job Description:

• 1) Analyzes conditions of unserviceable oil or gas wells and directs use of special well-fishing tools and techniques to recover lost equipment and other obstacles from boreholes of wells: Confers with SUPERINTENDENT, DRILLING AND PRODUCTION to gather information regarding size of pipes and tools and borehole conditions in wells.

• 2) Plans fishing methods and selects tools for removing obstacles, such as liners, broken casing, screens, and drill pipe from wells.

• 3) Directs drilling crew in applying weights to drill pipes, in using special tools, in applying pressure to circulating fluid, and in drilling around lodged obstacles or specified earth formations, using whipstocks and other special tools.

• 4) Observes load variations on strain gauge, mudpump, and motor pressure indicators, and listens to sounds of engines and rotary chains to detect signs of faulty operations or unusual conditions in wells.

• 5) Quotes prices to customer and prepares reports of services rendered, tools used, and time required, to serve as basis for billing customer.

• 6) May direct drilling crew in installation of well-bottom equipment.