Maintenance Scheduler

Full-time, salaried non-exempt position reporting to the West Texas Shop Manager, based in Midland, Texas (EWSO Warehouse and Office). 10–20% travel required.

About the role

The Maintenance Scheduler coordinates and plans all maintenance activities for oilfield equipment. This includes managing preventative maintenance (PM) schedules, coordinating with field operations to pull equipment for service, and ensuring that parts and labor are available to complete repairs efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain short-term and long-term maintenance schedules for a fleet of oilfield assets (e.g., frac pumps, blenders).
• Create, assign, and track work orders within a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) such as Oracle Cloud.
• Coordinate with shop supervisors, foremen, and lead technicians to allocate labor and bay space for incoming equipment.
• Work with the procurement team to ensure long-lead parts and consumables are on site before scheduled maintenance begins.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the maintenance department and field operations to minimize the impact of equipment downtime on active jobs.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with industry regulations (API, ASME) and company safety standards.
• Generate reports on equipment reliability, maintenance backlogs, and key performance indicators (KPIs) such as "Mean Time Between Failures" (MTBF).
• Perform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful operations and business continuity.

Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Successfully passes all applicable pre-employment testing (background check, drug screening, fit tests, aptitude and/or competency assessments).
• Possesses a valid U.S. Driver’s License; employment contingent upon meeting company driving standards, including a 3-year U.S. driving history and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Daily overtime required; in-person, predictable attendance mandatory.
• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business field preferred. Equivalent combination of education, specialized training, and professional experience may substitute.
• 3–5 years of experience in oilfield services, industrial maintenance planning, or related field.
• Certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) or specific CMMS training are highly valued.

Skills

• Strong understanding of oilfield equipment, including hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and high-pressure piping.
• Experience with CMMS software and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data tracking and scheduling.
• Ability to manage complex logistics involving heavy equipment from remote field locations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to bridge technical mechanics and operational managers.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with early mornings, late evenings, and weekends as business necessity dictates.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Frequently required to walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, crawl, lift, balance, stoop, handle materials, and squat/kneel.
• Must regularly lift and move up to 49 pounds independently, and occasionally up to 100 pounds with a team lift.
• Works indoors/outdoors, including during inclement weather, performing labor-intensive duties.
• Exposure to hazardous materials and operating conditions; mandatory use of company-provided PPE (fire-retardant coveralls, safety hat, steel-toe boots, safety glasses, ear protection, safety gloves).
• Work environment includes common warehouse/shop hazards: moving machinery, loading/unloading, falling objects, slips, trips, and falls.
• Must be able to effectively communicate and comprehend English to ensure safety and operational compliance.