Mechanic (Kilgore, TX)

Axis Energy Services•Kilgore, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The equipment mechanic will also perform the following but not limited to preventive and corrective maintenance, failure analysis, diagnostics, repairs, inspections, assembling and rebuilding of components or equipment (i.e.: engines, power trains, hydraulics, fuel systems, power generation, electrical codes, etc.) either in a shop or on location, with or without supervision.

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
Ability to demonstrate safe work habits and work well with others in a team environment
Work may be performed in all weather conditions
Ability to lift heavy equipment up to 75 lbs.
Ability to access the work environment by use of a ladder at heights of 50 ft. or more
Long periods of standing, squatting, kneeling, reaching or similar activities may be necessary
Able to perform duties with protective equipment, working near or with heavy tools and moving machinery
Mobility, including entering confined spaces, enter areas by the use of ladders or other access devices; ability to bend, stoop, twist, stand, squat, crawl and walk
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

Nice To Haves

Class A or B license is preferred – a plus
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

Responsibilities

Maintains, diagnoses, and repairs a variety of equipment including but not limited to:
Diesel/gasoline engines
Cat
DDEC
MTU
Cummins
Perkins
Mack
Transmissions
Allison 4700ofs, 6000
Winches
Electric
Hydraulic
High pressure pumps
0-3000psi
0-5000psi
0-10,000psi
Work over rigs
Late model and 300hp to 600hp
Centrifugal pumps
Air compressors
Pneumatic valve and system
Hydraulic systems
Mobile/overhead crane
Gear boxes
PTO’s
12 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