Mechanic (Williston, ND)

About the role

The primary role of the equipment Mechanic is to maintain and repair a variety of equipment including diesel engines, heavy trucks, workover rigs, pumping equipment, lifting equipment, and other rig and drill-out oilfield related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, diagnoses, and repairs a variety of equipment including but not limited to: Diesel/gasoline engines, CatDDECMTUCumminsPerkinsMackTransmissionsAllison 4700ofs, 6000Winches, ElectricHydraulicHigh pressure pumps0-3000psi0-5000psi0-10,000psi, Work over rigsLate model and 300hp to 600hp, Centrifugal pumps, Air compressors, Pneumatic valve and system, Hydraulic systems, Mobile/overhead crane, Gear boxes, PTO’s12 and 24-volt electrical systems, Chassis and suspension Rims, tires, and wheel, Forklifts, Electro-mechanical equipment, Wellhead and supporting equipment, Other types of oilfield related equipment
• Execute required procedures for preventative maintenance and appropriate inspections required by Axis and customer
• Perform basic troubleshooting with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Repair and refurbish hydraulic power equipment
• Install and/or replace new or reconditioned repair parts
• Read and follow repair manual and perform repairs as listed in manuals
• Read and interpret basic measuring equipment
• Operate and maintain power equipment and lifting devices and follow-up with basic testing of equipment for proper operation
• Order parts as necessary for equipment with prior approval
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and issues on various types of oilfield well service equipment
• Be prepared at all times for calls from operators for troubleshooting issues, either at the shop or at wellsite
• Perform proper diagnosis based on troubleshooting on mechanical equipment
• Conduct routine maintenance or repair work including engine and transmission overhaul or unit engine swings, involving cleaning and lubricating parts
• Repair and maintain machinery and rotating equipment, such as motors, engines, mud pumps, drum brakes, draw works, swivels, laydown machines, high pressure fluid ends and power ends (frac pumps)
• Solid experience in disassembly and reassembly of non-working equipment to like-new working conditions, followed by extensive safety and operational condition checks before distributed to the field
• Ability to work as a team when working around the shop and field crews and assist other maintenance employees
• Work will be in the shop or in field on rig and services equipment depending on work assignment
• Complete proper paperwork as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent; Certification from trade or technical school in maintenance or Diesel repair highly preferred
• Five (5) years or more solid and proven work experience on oil field equipment or similar field with diesel engines and hydraulics
• Valid state-issued driver license; Class A or B license is preferred – a plus
• Strong and proven hydraulic knowledge
• Must have heavy experience in maintenance and repair on very complex hydraulic systems and know the difference between open loop and closed loop hydraulic equipment systems
• Prefer knowledge with laptop-based software for troubleshooting such as CAT Electronic Technician, CUMMINS INSIGHT, ALLLISON TRANS, MACK TECH TOOL, DETROIT DDEC, and MTU
• Would like to see experience with CAT C-15, Cat C-32, Detroit 14 liter, MTU 16v2000 tier 2 and tier 4, CM 850 Cummins Qsx 15, Allison 750 series, 4750 OFS, 6000, and 8000 series trans.
• Cotta drop boxes, Cooper right angle boxes, 224 twin disk Air clutches

Qualifications

• Able to demonstrate safe work habits and work well with others in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks at once
• Basic problem solving and organizational skills
• Reliable telephone (cell phone) communication and transportation
• Able to clear pre-employment drug/alcohol and job-relevant screens