Technician, Mechanical (Midland Basin) - Sign-on Bonus

Technician, Mechanical (Midland Basin)

The Mechanical Technician will perform mechanical functions and duties of inspecting, checking, troubleshooting, repairing, and replacing all mechanical equipment in order to maintain high levels of safe and productive equipment performance. This position includes a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus, as well as other "location" incentives. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Routine maintenance of centrifugal pumps and electric motors such as bearing and seal replacements, alignments, couplings, sumps, fans, drain piping modifications, etc.
• Maintenance on other mechanical equipment such as block valves, control valves, air compressors, valve actuators, etc.
• Maintenance and repair of reciprocating engines and associated components.
• Assist with replacement of pumps, motors, valves, and other equipment as needed, including foundation work, initial alignment, testing, and startup.
• Participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.
• Properly completes records of time and required regulatory reports.
• Maintains close contact with the Area Supervisor regarding maintenance trouble reports and scheduled equipment maintenance to affect a minimum interruption of product throughput.
• Performs remedial and preventative maintenance and maintains facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices inside and outside of the facilities.
• Participates in available cross training to effectively develop skills in areas specific to other technicians.
• Utilizes precision tools and test equipment as needed.
• Responds to operational emergencies as a member of an area emergency response team.
• Performs regulatory required inspections.
• Obtains services from contractors to perform specialty services and supervises their work.
• Trains and guides others to learn duties of Mechanical Technician.
• Perform any other job duties as directed by the Area Manager.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 3+ year's mechanical experience is required.
• A minimum of 5+ year's gas-fired, engine-driven compressor experience is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills is required.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of reciprocating engines and associated components is required.
• Must have a current driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to read and understand, analyze and interpret documents, equipment repair manuals, reports and federal, state and local codes and regulations.
• The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions is required.
• Basic computer skills such as: opening, creating and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.
• The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business like and professional manner is required.
• The ability to modify communication style in order to influence, persuade, negotiate, and engage all parties according to the audience and circumstance is required.
• Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues.
• Quickly and efficiently completes tasks.
• The ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability and commitment to the role, team and company.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with less definition, policy, and bureaucracy.