Service Technician: Aftermarket (K-Winch)

NOV; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NOV is seeking a Service Technician in Abu Dhabi to perform aftermarket service activities for Truckline systems, powerpacks, and winches. The role includes inspection, dismantling, troubleshooting, refurbishment, testing, and field service to ensure quality and safety standards are met.

Candidate will diagnose problems, identify repair needs, document findings, and support corrective actions while following approved procedures and HSE policies. Physical readiness for workshop work is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Awareness of workshop environments and safety practices.
• Physically fit for workshop-based work with crane operation knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, dismantle, assess, and document customer equipment like Truckline systems and winches.
• Diagnose mechanical/hydraulic faults and perform repairs per procedures and drawings.
• Reassemble, test, commission, and provide technical input for service recommendations.
• Prepare inspection reports, test records, and ensure traceability.

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary

Service Technician is responsible for independently performing and supporting aftermarket service activities for the K-Winch product line, including Truckline systems, Powerpacks, and Winches.

The role performs equipment inspection, dismantling, troubleshooting, refurbishment, repair, reassembly, testing, commissioning, and field service activities. The Technician is expected to diagnose equipment problems, identify repair requirements, and ensure work is completed in accordance with approved procedures, drawings, quality requirements, and HSE standards.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Inspection, Dismantling & Assessment

• Inspection, Dismantling & Assessment
• Perform incoming inspection and condition assessment of customer equipment.
• Review equipment history, reported faults, and scope of work before starting service activities.
• Independently dismantle Truckline, Powerpack, Winch, and associated assemblies.
• Inspect mechanical, hydraulic, and associated components for wear, corrosion, deformation, contamination, and damage.
• Perform dimensional inspections using appropriate measuring instruments.
• Identify reusable, repairable, and replacement components.
• Document findings and support preparation of inspection and repair recommendations.
• Ensure proper identification, traceability, preservation, and segregation of components.

Troubleshooting & Repair

• Diagnose mechanical and hydraulic faults using drawings, schematics, service information, and test equipment.
• Troubleshoot winch operating problems, hydraulic leaks, pressure issues, abnormal noise, overheating, and performance problems.
• Determine probable causes of equipment failure and recommend corrective action.
• Perform repair, refurbishment, and overhaul activities in accordance with approved procedures.
• Replace seals, bearings, hoses, fittings, valves, motors, pumps, and other components as required.
• Perform controlled assembly, torquing, alignment, and adjustment activities.

Reassembly & TestingDocumentation & Quality

• Complete job cards, inspection reports, test records, service reports, and other required documentation.
• Ensure equipment and component traceability throughout the repair process.
• Follow approved drawings, procedures, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Identify and report non-conformances.
• Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions when required.
• Provide technical input for repair scope, parts requirements, and service recommendations.

Key Competencies

• Dismantling and assembly
• Mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting.
• Well Versed with Hose Routing and Fittings.
• Winch and powerpack service.
• Failure identification and fault diagnosis.
• Dimensional inspection.
• Hydraulic schematic interpretation.
• Functional and performance testing.
• Field service and commissioning.
• Technical reporting.
• Well Versed with Hose Routing and Fittings.

Qualifications

• Qualifications & Experience Essential
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Awareness and understanding of workshop environments.
• Physically fit for workshop-based work.
• Knowledge of operating overhead cranes and breakout machines.

Desirable

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Previous experience in oilfield repair and maintenance shops.
• Advanced knowledge of overhead cranes and breakout machines.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a related role (considered an asset).

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Perform all duties in accordance with Quality Assurance procedures and departmental instructions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the department.
• Participate in required training programs.
• Comply with all company Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.

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