Maintenance Technician
- Shamrock, TX, United States
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Original job description
Our Company: Fast-paced and growth-oriented, we use our wealth of experience gained from decades of exploration in America’s top producing basins. Agile and opportunistic in strategy, yet precise in execution, we provide tremendous potential for investors, employees and our community. We are always on the lookout for potential team members who are driven to make things better and live quite simply by the Golden Rule.
Our Strategy: We focus on acquiring, exploring and developing high-return, low-cost projects, and pursuing assets with production history and development opportunity.
Our Culture: We are intent on breaking barriers in the industry, throughout our communities, and among individuals. Consumed by the desire to make things better, we have a flat, collaborative environment where everyone’s ideas are heard and encouraged.
Job Descriptions Mechanical Technician
The Mechanical Technician assists with maintaining mechanical equipment at processing and treating facilities and compressor stations. This entry-level position supports the safe and reliable operation of equipment through routine inspections, preventive maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and repairs under the guidance of experienced technicians.
The Mechanical Technician is responsible for developing foundational knowledge of natural gas engines, compressors, pumps, and associated mechanical systems while learning company procedures, equipment requirements, and safe work practices.
Core Responsibilities
- Assist with inspecting, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairing natural gas engines, reciprocating and rotary compressors, pumps, coolers, rotating equipment, and associated auxiliary systems.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance and basic corrective maintenance on ignition, fuel, lubrication, cooling, air intake, compressor valves, packing, cylinders, and related mechanical components under appropriate supervision.
- Assist experienced technicians with equipment repairs, component replacements, equipment startups, and performance checks.
- Learn to identify equipment deficiencies, abnormal operating conditions, leaks, and potential mechanical issues, and promptly communicate findings to the appropriate personnel.
- Use hand tools, power tools, precision measuring instruments, technical manuals, P&IDs, schematics, and approved procedures to safely complete assigned work.
- Complete work orders, inspection records, equipment histories, and maintenance documentation accurately and promptly.
- Assist with equipment shutdowns, startups, scheduled maintenance, and post-maintenance cleanup in coordination with operations and other maintenance personnel.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and ensure tools, equipment, and materials are properly maintained.
- Follow all company health, safety, and environmental requirements, including permits, lockout/tagout, energy isolation, PPE, hot work, and confined space procedures.
- Participate in job safety analyses (JSAs), required training, safety meetings, emergency response activities, and incident or near-miss reporting.
- Participate in scheduled after-hours callouts and travel between field locations as required.
Qualifications and Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Valid driver's license required.
- Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn industrial mechanical equipment and maintenance practices.
- Ability to safely operate and use common hand tools, power tools, and basic measuring instruments.
- Basic understanding of mechanical systems, engines, or rotating equipment preferred.
- Technical training, vocational education, or coursework in diesel mechanics, industrial maintenance, automotive technology, or a related field is preferred.
- Previous mechanical, maintenance, or hands-on equipment experience is a plus but not required.
- Ability to follow instructions, work safely, communicate effectively, and work as part of a team.
- Willingness to develop knowledge of natural gas compression equipment, facility operations, and company maintenance procedures.
Work Environment
Work is performed at processing and treating facilities, compressor stations, and other field locations. The position involves exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, moving equipment, and industrial work environments.
The employee must be able to perform physical field rounds, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), and work around operating mechanical equipment. Travel between facilities and participation in after-hours callouts may be required.
Position Expectations
The Mechanical Technician is expected to demonstrate a strong willingness to learn, maintain a safety-first mindset, follow direction, and develop the mechanical skills necessary to support facility operations. Successful performance is demonstrated through safe work practices, dependable attendance, quality workmanship, accurate documentation, and continued development of mechanical knowledge and abilities.