Maintenance Technician

Oil and Gas Industry; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas industry is seeking a Maintenance Technician for their West Memphis site. The role entails troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of various industrial equipment, including piping systems and electrical devices. Ideal candidates will have a strong technical background and the ability to work safely and effectively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of technical experience in a Factory Maintenance Service environment required.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Work Practices.
• Basic computer skills and software management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on pumps, piping, and electrical equipment.
• Fabricate and repair piping systems according to specifications.
• Maintain safe work practices and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Fabrication skills

Mechanical transmission skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two-year degree or Certificate from a Technical Institution

Job description

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• This position is based in West Memphis, AR. Candidates must be willing to commute to the job site. ***
  
  

Job Description

• This position is based in West Memphis, AR. Candidates must be willing to commute to the job site. ***
  
  

Under general supervision of the Maintenance Coordinator or person designated by the Maintenance Coordinator, performs troubleshooting, diagnoses, repairs, maintenance, and reconditioning in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and manufacture specifications on equipment such as, but not limited to, pumps, piping, gearboxes evaporators, drives, and other electrical equipment. Technicians will perform maintenance and repair on facility buildings, grounds, lighting, and plumbing. The technician is required to be proficient in the operation of hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, electrical testing equipment, forklifts, and aerial lifts. The technician will directly report to the Maintenance coordinator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Main duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Fabricate, install, repair, and maintain piping systems, such as stainless steel, galvanized, CPVC, Kynar/Teflon lined steel, and FRP systems according to plant specifications.
• Repair and maintenance of evaporator burners and blowers. Person(s) should have knowledge of natural gas heating systems and burner operation to troubleshoot issues and achieve minor repairs/replacement in kind of parts.
• Ability to troubleshoot general industrial devices such as inductive motors and photo-eyes
• Ability to use volt meters and other electrical test equipment
• Ability to use oxygen/acetylene gas cutting
• Ability to maintain all plant equipment by utilizing PdM, PM, and other maintenance strategies.
• Demonstrate ability to repair and maintain pumps such as centrifugal, mag drive, diaphragm, and metering pumps. To include troubleshooting, rebuilding, and alignments of shafts and motors.
• Possess skills to install bearings, seal, gears, chains, sprockets, and other types of mechanical transmission equipment
• Troubleshoot, repair, or replace block valves, control valves, solenoid valves, valve positioners, and pneumatic actuators
• Must be able to operate forklifts, aerial lifts, and other onsite plant vehicles
• Ability to maintain and repair plant lifting equipment such as cranes, hoists, and rigging equipment
• Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and equipment specifications.
• Understanding of lockout-tagout procedures and energy isolation techniques preferred
• Must be able to proficiently operate shop equipment such as drills, saws, grinders, etc.
• Demonstrate ability to design and fabricate metal structures such as pipe supports, conduit stands, and other related items. Fabrication skills desired will include measuring, cutting with saws, powered cutoff wheels, torches, plasma cutters, drilling, bolting, arc, and MIG welding.
• Ability to troubleshoot & maintain PLC-based control system circuits and plant instrumentation preferred
• Participate in TETRA Company safety programs
• Demonstrate TETRA CORE values
• Demonstrate leadership and willingness to work safely.
• Demonstrate and maintain safe work practices
• Must be a team player & able to work privately as needed
• Ability to analyze and solve problems and communicate effectively
• Ability to interpret oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs.
• Willingness to accommodate a flexible work schedule & work OT as neede
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Work Practices as it applies to Industrial Maintenance
  
  

REQUISITES-

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Two-year degree or Certificate from a Technical Institution preferred
• Two years of technical experience in a Factory Maintenance Service environment.
  
  

Language & Computer Skills:

• English is the required language of business; all other languages are considered a benefit
• General computer skills and diagnostic tool use preferred
• Maintenance managing software such as JDE, SAP, or other CMMS preferred
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS-

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 essential functions.

Lifting: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 50 + with team assist and/or mechanical means

Vision: Specific vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

Other-

Work Environment:

• Work will be performed outdoors in all seasons.
• Person will be required to walk, stand, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders and stairs.
• Person will be required to work in a hazardous chemical environment.
• Person will be required to always wear appropriate PPE.
• Person will be required to be clean-shaven daily and willing to use FFP and/or SCBA to aid in job assignments or assist in chemical decon
• Person will be required to occasionally work in electrically classified areas

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Oil and Gas

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