Downhole Service Technician - Odessa, TX
About The Position
The Downhole Service Technician services downhole drilling equipment by disassembling, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and reassembling tools using manuals, procedures, and specialized tools. The role emphasizes teamwork, safe equipment operation, technical troubleshooting, accurate documentation, and adherence to quality and QHSE standards to support efficient service operations. The schedule is 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., with overtime, after-hours work, and weekends. The technician also participates in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours and weekend shipping and receiving support. The position is located in Odessa, Texas, and pays $25–$29 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to lift more than 65 pounds unassisted and work in a physically demanding environment.
- Comfort using computers and software for work orders and reports.
- Fluent in English, including reading and writing.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Willingness to work extended hours and participate in on-call rotations.
Nice To Haves
- Downhole tool experience.
Responsibilities
- Disassemble, clean, inspect, and reassemble downhole drilling tools according to manuals and safety guidelines.
- Diagnose and repair defective equipment to restore functionality.
- Create and modify Service Work Orders using internal software and track maintenance progress.
- Document potential equipment issues in detailed reports and escalate them to engineering.
- Log hours spent on each task daily for accurate job costing.
- Safely operate cranes, forklifts, hoists, jib cranes, and hand tools.
- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours and weekend shipping and receiving support.
- Attend daily toolbox talks and monthly safety and performance meetings.
- Follow QHSE policies to maintain a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
