Mechanic – Intervention Services & Drilling Tools

Weatherford; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford is seeking a Repair and Maintenance Technician to maintain field tools, perform inspections, and complete the full service lifecycle from dismantling to refurbishing.

You will work with manuals to ensure high-quality tools, support LEAN initiatives, and lead safe, efficient work in a team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• 2-4+ years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble field tools using standard procedures.
• Perform pressure tests, painting, and safe storage of equipment.
• Inspect parts with calipers, micrometers, and measuring tools to ensure specs.
• Complete AIRTs, PFTs, forms, checklists, and work orders; log hours accurately.
• Operate forklifts and cranes (certified) for safe material handling.
• Lead safety meetings and support LEAN initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Provide senior-level troubleshooting and assign tasks to the R&M team.

Skills

Math skills

Hazardous materials handling

NDT/NDE/ATEX knowledge

Equipment maintenance

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Spatial reasoning

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Measuring instruments

Job description

Job Overview:

Join Weatherford as a Repair and Maintenance Technician and play a vital role in maintaining our field tools and equipment. You'll perform hands-on inspection, repair, and maintenance work using our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. This position involves the complete lifecycle of tool service, from receiving and dismantling to repairing, refurbishing, and preparing equipment for its next field assignment. Working with technical manuals and procedures, you'll ensure our tools meet the highest quality standards while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Job Description

Job Overview:

Join Weatherford as a Repair and Maintenance Technician and play a vital role in maintaining our field tools and equipment. You'll perform hands-on inspection, repair, and maintenance work using our state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. This position involves the complete lifecycle of tool service, from receiving and dismantling to repairing, refurbishing, and preparing equipment for its next field assignment. Working with technical manuals and procedures, you'll ensure our tools meet the highest quality standards while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance & Repair: Disassemble, clean, inspect, pressure test, paint, assemble, and store field tools following established procedures; repair machines and equipment using hand tools, hoists, cranes, drills, and precision measuring instruments
• Quality Control: Inspect used parts and determine dimensional requirements using calipers, micrometers, and measuring instruments; ensure all equipment meets required standards before deployment
• Documentation & Compliance: Complete AIRTs, PFTs, forms, checklists, and work orders; accurately track time in the Work Order system; maintain compliance with all HSE policies and quality management systems
• Material Handling: Operate forklifts and cranes (certification required) to safely move equipment; manage incoming shipments and prepare outbound shipments with accurate documentation
• Safety Leadership: Participate in daily safety meetings, toolbox talks, and Job Hazard Analysis; maintain work areas in safe, presentable condition; report issues promptly using appropriate channels
• Continuous Improvement: Support LEAN initiatives and participate in facility efficiency improvement programs; identify potential problems and implement solutions
• Senior Level Responsibilities: Lead R&M teams, troubleshoot complex equipment issues, perform root cause analysis, distribute work assignments, and ensure team compliance with standard operating procedures

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma
• 2-4+ years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.

Skills Required

• Basic mathematics and computer skills
• Experience working with hazardous materials, radioactive elements, and explosives
• Knowledge of NDT, NDE, and ATEX policies and principles
• Proficiency in equipment maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and monitoring
• Critical thinking, complex problem-solving, and active learning abilities
• Strong reading, writing, and communication skills
• Quality control analysis and time management capabilities
• Ability to diagnose issues with tools and equipment (senior roles)
• Physical capability to meet the demands of the role
• Spatial reasoning for assembly, repair, and modification work

Travel Requirement

This role may require domestic and potentially international travel of up to:

Compensation Range:

$23.76 - $35.65 per hour

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.