Summer Students, Well Operator

Strathcona Resources Ltd. (“Strathcona”) is a Calgary, Alberta based oil and gas production and development company focused on maximizing oil and gas recovery from its low decline, high free cash flow oil and gas resource base. Strathcona's operations, infrastructure and land position are focused in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Strathcona is always looking for people focused on growth, both personal and professional. Those who love a challenge and get excited at the prospect of collaborating with talented people to continuously improve and innovate on tasks both large and small.

We are actively seeking
** Summer Students, Well Operator
** to join our facilities located within 50km of North Battleford, SK. Reporting to the Well Lead , the summer student will be responsible for ensuring the area they are assigned is managed withing the design expectations with a high attention to the safety of the personal and equipment. The individual must be highly motivated and able to work in a team environment.

The Student Well Operator positions will begin
** May 2026
** and will be available for a
** 4-month term**. The expected work shift is 7-on, 7-off, rotating between day and night shifts.
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* Essential Functions:

*** Responsible for the day-to-day operation of assigned equipment, examples include switching wells in/out of tests, logging/troubleshooting daily well performance vs targets, and daily interaction with plant operators
* Participate in weekly well review meetings with Production Engineering.
* Set an example in safety leadership with Strathcona’s employees and contractors.
* Troubleshoot and work within the team to resolve process problems.
* Perform housekeeping, performance monitoring, and maintenance activities.
* Understand and perform safety, environmental and regulatory responsibilities such as hazard identification, equipment lock out, emergency response, and implement safe working procedures.
** Qualifications Include:
*** Currently enrolled in a post-secondary engineering program
* A strong understanding of plant processes used in SAGD facilities.
* Previous relevant experience is considered an asset.
* Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
* Self-motivated, open-minded and results orientated.
* Able to interpret facility drawings (i.e. PID’s, H&M Balance sheets, line lists, and shutdown keys).
** Why Strathcona:
*** At Strathcona, we’re committed to attracting top talent to join our fast-growing Canadian oil and gas team.
* ** Relocation & Transportation Support**:
If you need help moving, we relocation assistance to make the process easier. Depending on your role and location, we can provide company vehicles, carpooling options, or flights to ensure you can get to site with ease.

Click  to learn more about working in Lloydminster and North Battleford.
** Great things aren’t done by one person, they’re done by a team.
** Strathcona is committed to developing a high-performance culture through collaboration, trust, and agility. We value our work, our communities, and our commitments – but most of all, we value the team of people who make what we do possible.
** Apply to Strathcona
** If you have what it takes to be a great Strathcona team member, we want to hear from you. We appreciate all interest in this opportunity but only those selected to advance through the process will be contacted.
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