Field Mechanic Intern

ONEOK • Watford City, ND

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About The Position

ONEOK is offering a Field Mechanic Intern position providing hands-on experience with mechanical work on equipment at natural gas gathering and processing facilities. The internship is designed to build practical knowledge and skills in maintaining and repairing critical infrastructure while upholding safety, ethics, environmental responsibility, and operational standards. The intern may assist with a range of work through job shadowing, report preparation, data analysis, and learning about operational, technical, compliance, and regulatory topics. Responsibilities may include DOT-covered pipeline operations, maintenance, or emergency response. The employee must remain alert and respond immediately to hazardous conditions where impaired performance or failure to follow safety precautions could cause serious injury or property damage.

The role involves inside and outside work, including occasional outdoor weather and other environmental conditions. Travel to other locations may be required. The employee must commute to a designated company office or worksite; travel between worksites during the workday is as a passenger in a company vehicle, and no company vehicle is assigned. Physical demands are classified as Light Work, with frequent standing and walking and occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, and other activities.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Currently pursuing a certificate or degree relevant to the internship field.
• Ability to take initiative, maintain a positive attitude, show eagerness to learn, and adapt.
• Ability to apply basic arithmetic and, where applicable, advanced math, algebra, or statistical methods.
• Ability to communicate and exchange written and verbal information or instructions.
• Ability to contribute critical thinking skills, work well in teams, demonstrate a strong work ethic, and maintain attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

• Enrollment in a two-year associate degree program in a mechanical or technical field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and equipment maintenance.
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mechanical work on fixed and rotating equipment, including internal combustion engines, natural gas-powered engines, and electrical drivers.
• Support the maintenance, installation, and repair of compressors, pumps, generators, turbines, valves, and electrical equipment.
• Learn to service and maintain structural and mechanical equipment to support performance and reliability.
• Maintain and interpret work logs, service orders, inspection reports, maintenance records, pressure readings, and oil analysis reports.
• Learn to respond to dangerous or hazardous conditions and help maintain safety and operational standards.
• Participate in job shadowing, prepare reports, analyze data, and learn about operational, technical, compliance, regulatory, and other technical or business-related components.
• Assist with developing presentations and trainings, knowledge sharing, and other administrative responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED