Mechanical / Hydraulic Technician

ashteadtechnology; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashtead Technology in Houma, LA is seeking a skilled Mechanical / Hydraulic Technician to service, inspect, and repair subsea equipment for hire. This hands-on role requires strong mechanical/hydraulic knowledge, meticulous work, and commitment to safety.

You will diagnose faults, perform preventative maintenance, document work orders, and travel offshore as needed to support client operations. Offshore experience and ability to read manuals are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires mechanical/hydraulic qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience with diesel mechanics.
• Experience in repair/maintenance/testing of mechanical equipment, preferably subsea.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals and work orders.
• Offshore experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, inspect, and test equipment for hire, ensuring full functionality and proper documentation.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs, rebuilds, and maintenance on hydraulic/pneumatic tools.
• Safely store, pack, and secure equipment per procedures and transport needs.
• Operate vehicles/equipment for diagnostics, delivery, and collection.
• Off-hire, inspect, and test returned equipment; report damages.
• Complete work orders in ERP and create parts lists.
• Deliver parts/equipment to customers and provide on-call technical support.
• Travel offshore or dockside to support client operations as needed.

Skills

Mech skills

Hydraulic systems

Diesel engines

Offshore exp

Education

Mechanical qualification

Equivalent industry experience

Tools

ERP systems

Diagnostics tools

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Mechanical / Hydraulic Technician to join our team in Houma, Louisiana. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing, inspecting, maintaining, and repairing specialist Mechanical Solutions equipment to the highest standards. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone with strong mechanical and hydraulic awareness, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality.

What you’ll be doing:

• Prepare, inspect, and test equipment for hire, ensuring all items are fully functional, complete, accurately documented, photographed, and professionally presented.
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs, rebuilds, and preventative or corrective maintenance on a wide range of equipment, including hydraulic and pneumatic tools.
• Safely store, package, and secure equipment in accordance with company procedures and transport requirements.
• Operate vehicles and equipment as required for diagnostics, delivery, and collection purposes.
• Off-hire, inspect, and test equipment returned from hire, documenting and reporting any missing or damaged items.
• Accurately complete work orders within the ERP system and create parts lists to coordinate repair‑related parts orders.
• Deliver parts and equipment to customers when required and provide on‑call technical support on a rotational basis.
• Travel offshore or dockside to support client operations as needed.
  

What you'll bring:

• Relevant qualification in Mechanical / Hydraulic or other similar technical discipline and/or equivalent industry experience.
  
• Experience working with diesel mechanics.
• Experience in a Mechanical role undertaking repair, maintenance and testing of mechanical equipment, preferably in a subsea environment.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform maintenance/service.
• Strong problem‑solving capabilities and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Offshore experience is preferred.
  

Who we are:

Established in 1985, Ashtead Technology is a leading provider of subsea equipment rental solutions, advanced underwater technologies, and support services to the global offshore energy sector. With over 40 years of experience, we specialise in enabling customers to understand the subsea environment and manage offshore energy production infrastructure, including offshore wind farms and oil and gas platforms. Our offering spans the entire lifecycle of these infrastructures, with over 85% of our equipment fungible across both markets.

Headquartered in the UK, Ashtead Technology operates globally with over 600 staff and more than 30,000 assets, making us one of the largest independent rental fleets in the industry. We continue to invest in equipment and have a strong in‑house engineering capability to provide the most technologically advanced solutions. Our growth, driven by strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, culminated in a successful IPO in 2021, with shares now trading on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.

What we’ll offer:

• A dynamic & collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued, and your ideas welcomed
• The opportunity to make meaningful impact by empowering employees with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their roles and drive business success
• Guidance & support from the experienced leaders you work with who are committed to your success and professional development
• A positive and inclusive company culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, and mutual respect among team members