Test Lab Technician

Do you want to grow with us? At DXP we are passionate about what we do and driven to be the best solution for our industrial customers. Since 1908 DXP has been dedicated to the highest quality of customer service through our expertise of the products we distribute and the technical services we perform with a sense of individual pride and company spirit. Throughout your career with DXP, we will encourage and empower you to take an active role in identifying and driving your development, so you feel total confidence in your ability to achieve ongoing success. We aspire to be the best solution for the Industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers.

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Responsibilities of the Test Lab Technician include, but are not limited to:

• Assembly and installation of API/ANSI spec centrifugal pumps on test stand
• Flexible and rigid joint piping assembly up to 42" diameter
• Connection and bolt up of ANSI B16.1 class 150# - 2500# flanges
• Mechanical shaft alignment via optical laser alignment tool
• Electric motor power connections up to 7200 V
• API mechanical seal flush plan installation and monitoring
• Daily operation of flow control valves (butterfly, gate, globe)
• Routine maintenance of shop tools and equipment
• Routine cleaning and housekeeping duties
• Daily overhead crane operation
• Daily indoor/outdoor forklift operation

Qualifications of the Test Lab Technician include, but are not limited to:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the oil and gas industry
• Basic knowledge of flanged and hammer union pipe connections
• Basic knowledge of hand and pneumatic tools including combo wrenches, sockets, ratchets, and impacts
• Possess a skill set in fabrication including oxygen/acetylene cutting, MIG, or Arc welding
• Can safely operate overhead cranes/forklifts
• Has experience with mechanical shaft alignment
• Has experience with electrical wiring/controls

Additional Information:


Physical Demand: Ability to lift to 50 lbs.


Working Conditions: Shop environment


Training/Certifications: Not Required


Shift Time/Overtime: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm


Travel: Not Required


Education: High School Diploma or GED


Location: USA:LA:Shreveport

DXP offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time regular employees, normally working a minimum of 30 hours per week, including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, paid holidays, life and disability insurance, and additional supplemental benefits. All employees are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan.


Salary is commensurate with experience. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a drug test. DXP is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. EOE/M/F/D/V.