Shop Technician II , Downhole Tools

Position Summary
The Shop Technician supports daily shop and test-area operations by assisting with equipment setup and teardown, basic fabrication and welding, assembly and disassembly, material handling, and test support. The role works closely with technicians and engineers and requires a practical mechanical aptitude, basic computer skills, and the ability to accurately follow technical instructions, drawings, procedures, and test documentation. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, learning new equipment and processes, and contributing to a safe, organized, team-oriented shop environment. Key Responsibilities

• Assist with setup, teardown, and basic configuration of test equipment, fixtures, tooling, instrumentation, and test assemblies.
• Move, position, measure, and secure tools, parts, pipe, and test assemblies using hand tools, measuring tools, and material-handling equipment.
• Maintain work areas, test bays, tools, and storage areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition, including basic equipment inspections and preventive care.
• Perform assembly and disassembly of tools and components using drawings, work instructions, bills of material, and direction from technicians or engineers.
• Safely operate hand and power tools, forklifts, overhead cranes, grinders, saws, and other shop equipment as trained and authorized.
• Support technicians and engineers during testing operations, including staging equipment, connecting basic instrumentation, recording test information, and monitoring equipment as directed.
• Perform basic MIG and/or TIG welding and light fabrication tasks as needed. Formal welding certification or trade-school training is not required, but prior hands-on experience with welding equipment and basic welding processes is preferred.
• Use basic measuring and inspection tools such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers, or similar equipment to verify dimensions and assist with inspection activities.
• Enter or update basic shop, inventory, inspection, or test information using Microsoft Office and company computer systems; organize electronic records, photos, and test data as directed.
• Follow all safety rules, procedures, work instructions, and job safety analyses (JSAs); identify and report equipment issues, safety concerns, and abnormal test conditions.

Qualifications

• Commitment to working safely in an industrial, fabrication, and test environment.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in a shop, manufacturing, fabrication, oilfield, mechanical, or industrial environment preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring equipment.
• Basic hands-on welding experience using MIG and/or TIG equipment preferred. Formal welding training or certification is not required.
• Comfortable using a computer for routine work, including Microsoft Office, email, data entry, electronic forms, and basic file management. Ability to learn company software and test/data-acquisition interfaces.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures, basic technical drawings, work instructions, and verbal direction; ability to accurately record measurements and test information.
• Experience with forklifts, overhead cranes, pressure-testing equipment, instrumentation, or data-acquisition systems is a plus (or willingness to be trained).

Working Conditions

• Physically demanding position requiring standing, walking, climbing, and lifting (up to 80 lbs occasionally).
• Exposure to shop and test environments including noise, equipment, chemicals, and outdoor conditions.
• May require extended hours, overtime, or schedule flexibility based on workload.

What We’re Looking For
At Enventure, safety and teamwork come first. We’re looking for someone who:

• Takes pride in keeping the shop clean, organized, and safe.
• Is dependable, motivated, and willing to help where needed.
• Follows safety expectations and looks out for coworkers.
• Works well as part of a hands-on technical team, pays attention to detail, and is eager to learn new tools, equipment, welding/fabrication processes, and computer-based work systems.