Field Equipment Operator - Outdoor, Heavy Machinery

terranova; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Terranova seeks a field technician to operate and maintain heavy field equipment in oil/gas, farming, and industrial settings. The role emphasizes hands-on work outdoors, troubleshooting on-site, and supporting drilling and pumping operations.

You should be comfortable long days in variable weather, with a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel or stay overnight as required; a college degree is not required.

Qualifications

• At least three years of hands-on field experience in oil/gas, drilling, farming, construction, utilities or similar environments.
• Experience operating, maintaining, or repairing physical equipment.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight; valid driver’s license; U.S. permanent residency.

Responsibilities

• Operate Terranova’s field equipment, pumps, injection systems, generators, sensors, and robots
• Load, secure, transport, unload, set up, and break down equipment
• Operate or support skid steers, loaders, forklifts, trailers, pumps, and similar machinery
• Connect and maintain hoses, valves, fittings, pumps, and pressurized systems
• Inspect equipment before and after each shift
• Perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs in the field
• Troubleshoot hydraulic, mechanical, electrical, and equipment failures
• Move heavy tools, hoses, parts, and materials
• Support drilling, pumping, and injection operations
• Keep work areas, vehicles, trailers, and equipment clean and organized
• Follow field-safety procedures and identify unsafe conditions

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Equipment operation

Hand tools & power tools

Outdoor work

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Terranova seeks a field technician to operate and maintain heavy field equipment in oil/gas, farming, and industrial settings. The role emphasizes hands-on work outdoors, troubleshooting on-site, and supporting drilling and pumping operations.

You should be comfortable long days in variable weather, with a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel or stay overnight as required; a college degree is not required.