Shop Technicians Of All Levels Needed in TX: Full Time Job W/ Competitive Wages Depending on Level

The Shop Technician is for the Shop Tech Assistant, Shop Tech 1, Shop Tech 2, Shop Tech 3, and Senior Shop Tech Positions. The Shop Technician will operate in the local remanufacture and service facility at a fully competent level performing in a wide variety of situations producing a wide range of products.  Duties include: increasingly complex assembly of equipment including top drives, iron roughnecks, frac/mud pumps, electric/hydraulic systems, and related oilfield equipment. This position will work under the direction of the Shop Supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Ability to safely navigate drilling work sites & Shops with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather)
• Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces
• Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl occasionally during visits to field and operational work areas
• Frequent use a variety of hand and power tools to perform a range of mechanically oriented functions including independent use of heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools
• Clear vision to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties
• Listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems
• Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects
• Stay alert and focused including during occasional extended work periods
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times
• Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak in English as well as understand with the ability to promptly give, and follow, directions when working with others
• Strong organizational Skills
• Electrical, Hydraulic, Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and follow schematics & assembly drawings to build, disassemble, trouble shoot & repair equipment
• Utilize a computer and software for communication, reporting and data acquisition

Minimum Qualifications:

• All levels:

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent education

• Tech I:

• 2 + years related experience with fundamental knowledge in either mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic disciplines

• Tech II:

• 3 + years related experience with fundamental knowledge in either mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic disciplines

• Tech III:

• 5 + years related experience with fundamental knowledge in either mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic disciplines

• Tech SR:

• 7 + years related experience with fundamental knowledge in either mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic disciplines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated mechanical/hydraulic/electrical assembly in the oilfield services/drilling industry. 
• Technical certification in automotive, lift truck, heavy equipment and/or diesel engine repair.

Additional Details:

The Shop Tech must work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties. The typical work environment will be in the shop or field which will require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, working near moving mechanical parts, electrical energy, construction equipment, vibration, fumes, chemicals and airborne particles.