Frac Field Mechanic Lead WTX NEX
About The Position
The Field Mechanic 4 performs advanced equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, inspection, and repair to ensure equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. The position provides technical guidance and mentoring to other mechanics, coordinates corrective maintenance, supports HSE initiatives, and verifies repairs meet safety and operational requirements before equipment returns to service. The role is critical to the reliability and operational efficiency of NexTier equipment and requires technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to high safety and service quality standards. NexTier describes itself as a provider of integrated completions that uses sustainable practices and equipment to support customers’ ESG goals while accelerating production in demanding U.S. land basins.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or applicable experience.
- Five or more years of experience in a related role.
- Advanced knowledge and practical experience in equipment maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair.
- Technical proficiency with engines, electrical systems, DGB systems, suspension, transmissions, braking, diagnostic systems, communication systems, and hydraulic systems.
- Knowledge of applicable DOT regulations, equipment safety standards, and maintenance requirements.
- Ability to independently diagnose complex equipment problems and implement effective corrective actions.
- Ability to provide technical leadership, mentoring, and coaching to other mechanics.
- Knowledge of HSE requirements and ability to participate in or facilitate safety meetings and training sessions.
- Familiarity with maintenance documentation, recordkeeping, inspection reports, and equipment service histories.
- Ability to coordinate maintenance activities, prioritize repairs, and use available resources effectively.
- Ability to inspect completed repairs and verify equipment readiness before returning it to service.
- Strong English communication skills, including reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English sufficiently to convey technical information, exchange work instructions, understand procedures, and respond appropriately to safety, operational, and emergency directions.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required for maintenance, measurements, diagnostics, and operational tasks.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of engines, electrical systems, DGB systems, suspension systems, transmissions, braking systems, diagnostic systems, communication systems, and hydraulic systems.
- Identify equipment defects, diagnose mechanical and electrical failures, and determine appropriate corrective actions.
- Coordinate and prioritize corrective and preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and maintain operational readiness.
- Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and coaching to junior mechanics and other maintenance personnel.
- Assist in coordinating maintenance tasks, tools, parts, and resources so repairs are completed efficiently and safely.
- Inspect completed repairs and verify equipment meets applicable safety, quality, and operational requirements before returning it to production or service.
- Ensure maintenance activities comply with applicable DOT regulations, company policies, maintenance procedures, and HSE requirements.
- Participate in and facilitate HSE meetings, safety briefings, and technical training sessions as required.
- Maintain accurate maintenance records, inspection reports, repair documentation, and equipment service histories.
- Monitor equipment condition and serviceability to ensure it remains within established operating and maintenance limits.
- Communicate equipment defects, maintenance progress, repair requirements, and safety concerns to operations personnel and management.
- Follow approved maintenance procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and established safe work practices.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability, maintenance quality, and operational efficiency.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
