Field Service Technician

Schlumberger Limited; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Schlumberger Limited is seeking a Field Service Technician I in Odessa, TX to install and service ESP equipment at client sites. You will diagnose surface issues, implement solutions, and ensure safe, efficient field operations.

The role emphasizes customer collaboration, adaptability, and hands-on training for teammates. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of related experience, solid safety knowledge, and the ability to communicate clearly in English.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related field service experience.
• Valid Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
• Must be at least 21 years old to drive a company vehicle.
• Basic knowledge of industrial safety and hand tools.
• Basic wiring and cabling knowledge.
• Ability to perform basic pulls and installs independently.
• Strong communication skills and customer relations abilities.
• Ability to work overtime and adapt to field requirements.
• Read, write, and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Install/pull Electrical Submersible Pumps and related equipment.
• Diagnose, recommend, and implement surface problem solutions (electrical, gas-locks, production).
• Safely operate vehicles and load/unload tools and equipment.
• Maintain truck mechanical performance for field transport.
• Adapt to changing job assignments and overtime as needed.
• Follow safety policies and company procedures.
• Complete daily hours timesheet and collaborate with customers.
• Train new hires and mentor junior technicians at wells.
• Perform on-site support under supervision and assist higher level technicians.

Skills

Driving Safety

Electrical & Cabling Basics

Problem Solving

Customer Relations

Job description

Disclaimer: SLB completed the acquisition of ChampionX on July 16, 2025. If selected for this position, your employment will begin with ChampionX and will transition to SLB as part of the planned integration.

We are looking for a Field Service Technician I located in Odessa, TX. This is your opportunity to join a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet.

What’s in it For You:

• You will join a growing company offering competitive pay and benefits
• Access to best-in-class resources, tools, and technology
• Opportunity for a long term, advanced career path
• A culture that values safety first, including training and personal protection

What You Will Do:

• Perform installation/pulling of Electrical Submersible Pumps (ESP) and associated equipment.
• Perform service calls including but not limited to diagnosing, recommending, and implementing appropriate solutions for surface problems including problems with electrical issues, gas-locking pumps, and insufficient fluid production.
• Safely operate motor vehicles to and from work sites, load and unload tools and equipment with or without assistance.
• Maintain mechanical performance of truck used in transportation to and from the field.
• Adjust quickly to changing job assignments/requirements and the flexibility to work overtime with little or no advance notice.
• Comply with Company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Complete daily timesheet of hours worked.
• Collaborate frequently with internal and external customers.
• Train and coach new hires in basic principles; train and mentor lower-level technician at the well site.
• Works under direct supervision to perform basic customer support activities.
• Assists higher level technicians with on-site installations, check-out, and emergency repairs.
• Refers more complex problems to higher level technicians or supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years of related experience
• Acceptable driving record through Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check
• Must be at least 21 years of age to drive a company vehicle
• Basic knowledge of industrial safety
• Basic knowledge of proper use of hand tools
• Basic knowledge of wiring and cabling
• Can perform basic pulls and installs independently
• Intermediate customer relations skills including the ability to explain and train
• Ability to execute strategies and initiatives
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Intermediate oral and written communication skills
• Organization and time management skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to follow prescribed company policies, procedures, and protocols for installation, service and equipment maintenance
• Interact politely and professionally with customers and/or coworkers
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers
• Ability to effectively plan and organize
• Follow all safety policies and company-wide safety requirements; encourage action assuring safe behavior; confront unsafe behavior and conditions proactively and positively
• Work in excess of 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week, as required to meet business needs
• Work in an unsupervised environment
• Read, write, and speak English fluently
• Use a computer to communicate, create, and access data
• Determine the priorities, goals, and objectives of work assigned
• Immigration sponsorship not offered for this role

Physical Demands:

• Role is deemed safety-sensitive and may be subject to employer or customer drug testing.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
• Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.
• Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knees.
• Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.
• Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm as in handling.
• Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to customer or other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.
• Substantial movement (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers to use a computer.
• The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection), using measurement devices, and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
• The employee is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles.
• The employee is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.
• Indoor and outdoor environmental conditions. Activities occur indoors and outdoors.
• Extreme heat. Temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour. Consideration should be given to the effect of other environmental conditions, such as wind and humidity.
• Hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current or exposure to chemicals.
• Atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
• Oils. There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.

About Us:

ChampionX is now part of SLB, a global technology company driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century.

We are a technology company that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all. As innovators, that’s been our mission for nearly a century. Today, we face a global imperative to create a future with more energy, but less carbon. Our diverse, innovative change makers are focused on going further in innovation and inventing the new energy technologies we need to get there.

For more news and information, visit SLB.com

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

Insurance

Health, vision, and dental insurance for you and your dependents available from day one.

Learning Opportunities

Global adventure, broad exposure, and limitless learning await you. You'll be part of the most multi-cultural and diverse team of experts in any industry, anywhere.

Diverse and Inclusive

Our exceptional and diverse people are the pulse and spirit of who we are. Every day, you will enrich your knowledge in an environment where differences in thought, creativity and experiences are embraced.

About Us

We are a global technology company, driving energy innovation for a balanced planet. Together, we create amazing technology that unlocks access to energy for the benefit of all.

Global in outlook, local in practice – and with a united, shared passion for discovering solutions, we hire talented, driven people and support them to succeed, personally and professionally.

SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation / modification to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability to assist in the hiring process, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in the interview process, please contact [e-mail] to request assistance. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

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