Pump Mechanic I

Caterpillar Inc.•Midland, TX

9d•$28 - $38

About The Position

SPM Oil & Gas, a Caterpillar company, is hiring a Pump Mechanic I to assemble, service, maintain, evaluate, repair, and install reciprocating plunger pumps, including gear boxes, power end assemblies, and fluid end assemblies. The role supports pump and equipment inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and testing-shop operations while following safety policies and procedures. The schedule is Tuesday through Thursday on a 10-days-on, 4-days-off rotation, from 5:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime opportunities as business demands. The position requires approximately 5% field travel as needed. Relocation assistance is not available. Pay starts at $28.45 per hour and may be adjusted based on experience; the stated summary pay range is $28.45–$38.10.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have a clean driving record: no more than two moving violations within the last 12 months and no more than three moving violations in the past three years.
One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of oil and gas equipment.
Must be able to meet the listed physical demands, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to wear protective footwear and other department-required PPE.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a pump mechanic.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the core values of SPM Oil & Gas.
Follow written policies and procedures safely, without deviation, or seek guidance from upper management.
Exhibit and advocate an exemplary safety culture.
Clean, strip, and inspect required components.
Assist during equipment disassembly.
Prepare for detailed inspections.
Comprehend and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Risk Assessments.
Use measuring equipment.
Dismantle pumps and other equipment as directed.
Haul pumps and pump parts to and from machine and test shops.
Troubleshoot, disassemble, and evaluate equipment in detail to determine repair needs and root causes for TWS 2250, QWS 2500, TWS 600 short, TWS 600 standard, QWS 1000, QEM 3000, and WS 335.
Clean the work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
Use all required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Perform other routine duties as requested.