GPS Technician

ProPetro Services, Inc; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ProPetro Services, Inc. is seeking a GPS Technician to install, configure, maintain, troubleshoot and repair GPS devices in company transportation units.

The role also handles GPS database management, camera system installation/removal, field data collection and quality control across Texas and New Mexico. Responsibilities include creating and updating GPS databases, managing work orders, inventory records, and ensuring equipment operates properly.

Qualifications

• 6 months' experience maintaining and repairing GPS equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• High school education or equivalent.
• Bilingual English-Spanish preferred.
• Basic knowledge of electronic equipment and GPS systems.
• Experience as a preventative maintenance technician preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret wire schematics.
• Willingness to learn emerging vehicle and GPS technologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work extended shifts, including days or nights, weekends and holidays as business needs require.
• Physically able to operate a vehicle day or night, across terrain and weather conditions, and to climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and update GPS databases.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and decommission GPS devices and associated equipment.
• Install and remove camera systems in company transportation units.
• Perform GPS operational activities, including field data collection and quality control.
• Create, process, and close work orders upon completion.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for GPS equipment and related assets.
• Ensure all GPS and monitoring equipment operate properly and efficiently.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of vehicles for auction.
• Support quarterly asset inventory audits.
• Travel regularly to company locations throughout Texas and New Mexico.
• Safely operate a company vehicle during day or night hours, across varying terrain and in all weather conditions.
• Report unsafe conditions or practices to a supervisor or HSE/Human Resources.
• Comply with all HSE policies and training requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

GPS equipment maintenance

Driver's license

Bilingual English-Spanish

Read/interpret wire diagrams

Strong communication skills

Independence and teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand and power tools

Electronic equipment basics

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary

The GPS Technician is responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing Global Positioning System (GPS) devices in company transportation units. This position also supports GPS database management, installs and removes camera systems, conducts field data collection and quality control activities, and provides service support to locations throughout Texas and New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and update GPS databases.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and decommission GPS devices and associated equipment.
• Install and remove camera systems in company transportation units.
• Perform GPS operational activities, including field data collection, data management and quality control.
• Create, process, and close work orders upon completion.
• Maintain accurate inventory records for GPS equipment and related assets.
• Ensure all GPS and monitoring equipment operate properly and efficiently.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of vehicles for auction.
• Support quarterly asset inventory audits.
• Travel regularly to company locations throughout Texas and New Mexico.
• Safely operate a company vehicle during day or night hours, across varying terrain and in all weather conditions.
• Report unsafe conditions or practices to a supervisor, Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) personnel and/or Human Resources.
• Comply with all HSE policies and procedures, including attendance at required training sessions and safety meetings and proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months' experience maintaining and repairing GPS equipment, preferred
• Maintain a valid, current driver's license and a clean driving record, required
• High school education or equivalent, required
• Bilingual (English-Spanish), preferred
• Basic knowledge of electronic equipment and GPS systems, required
• Basic mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools, required
• Experience as a preventative Maintenance technician, preferred
• Ability to read and interpret wire schematics, required
• Willingness to learn emerging vehicle and GPS technologies, required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with personnel at all levels of the organization, required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, required
• Ability to work extended shifts, including days or nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
• Must be physically able to operate a vehicle at during day or night, on all terrain, and in all weather conditions
• Must be physically able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, walk on uneven surfaces, and climb ladders

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those required for an employee to successfully perform the role's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, or walk; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop or bend; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent environmental conditions an employee will encounter while performing the role's essential functions. The noise level in some work environments can be moderate and an employee may encounter extreme weather conditions while performing major duties. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform their major responsibilities.

Disclaimer

The information provided in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the role's classification. This job description is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications required of employees assigned to this role.

ProPetro is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.