Mechanic IV

Western Midstream; Pecos (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Midstream in the West Texas Region is seeking a Mechanic on the rotating shift to ensure the reliability and efficiency of rotating equipment. The role involves maintaining, repairing, and installing equipment such as natural gas engines, compressors, pumps, valves, and actuators, while prioritizing safety and regulatory compliance.

The candidate will work with a team to perform preventative and corrective maintenance, read technical manuals, and keep detailed equipment records using

Qualifications

• Oil and gas production facilities experience required.
• Strong knowledge of gas engines and compressors; maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Ariel reciprocating compressors, Cat 3500/3600 engines, Waukesha 275 engines, and screw compressors.
• Basic proficiency with Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain, repair, and install equipment including gas engines, compressors, pumps, valves, and actuators.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to maximize uptime.
• Read manuals and specifications to perform timely repairs.
• Maintain equipment records using computerized maintenance programs.
• Oversee work by third parties on construction or maintenance.
• Keep work areas clean and well organized.
• Respond to call-outs for maintenance, relief, and emergencies.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license (valid)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

This position is based in the West Texas Region as part of the Mechanic Team, responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of rotating equipment.

Job Summary

This position is based in the West Texas Region as part of the Mechanic Team, responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of rotating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all company, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Maintain, repair, and install equipment, including but not limited to natural gas engines and compressors, screw compressors for propane and instrument air, pumps, valves and actuators
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to maximize equipment uptime.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, equipment specifications, and procedures to perform timely and accurate repairs.
• Maintain equipment records and document maintenance activities using computerized maintenance programs.
• Oversee the construction and/or maintenance activities performed by third parties.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas, ensuring good housekeeping practices.
• Respond to call-out requests for maintenance, relief, and emergency situations as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in oil and gas production facilities.
• Strong knowledge of gas engines and compressors, including maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Ariel reciprocating compressors, Cat 3500 & 3600 series engines, Waukesha 275 series engines, various pumps, GEA or Frick screw compressors, turbo expanders, air compressors, and other cryogenic plant equipment.
• Basic proficiency in computer applications such as Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a cooperative environment.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Certifications/Licenses

• Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license with no restrictions that would prohibit driving a company vehicle.

Travel Requirements

• The percentage of travel required for this position is 0 – 10%.

Work Schedule

• This position will be a 14/14 rotating shift or 10 & 4 schedule, and the candidate may be required to work overtime, weekends, on-call, and holidays.
• WES reserves the right to change the schedule if it is required by business/operations.