Mechanical Technician

Danos; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Danos is seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician with a focus on oil and gas production equipment. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair compressors, VRUs, and associated pumps in field operations.

Ideal candidates are hands-on, able to work independently, and capable of documenting maintenance activities while following strict safety procedures. This role may require after-hours callouts and travel to site locations in the region.

Qualifications

• Experience with large oil & gas compressors and VRUs.
• Strong pump maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Willingness to live/work near Coyanosa, Odessa, Monahans, Pecos or surrounding area.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, diagnose, and repair mechanical equipment used in oil and gas production operations.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on compressors, pumps, VRUs, and associated equipment.
• Identify mechanical failures, determine root causes, and implement repairs.
• Understand production equipment operation and how components work together in a facility.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and after-hours callouts.
• Maintain maintenance records and documentation.
• Independently prioritize daily maintenance activities and manage multiple assignments.
• Follow safety procedures and operating standards.

Skills

CAT compressors 3606/3608

VRUs

Gas lift compression

Gear pumps

SWD pumps

LACT units

Pump maintenance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician with a strong background in oil and gas production equipment. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing natural gas compressors, pumps, vapor recovery units (VRUs), and other production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, diagnose, and repair mechanical equipment used in oil and gas production operations.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on compressors, pumps, VRUs, and associated production equipment.
• Identify mechanical failures, determine root causes, and implement appropriate repairs.
• Understand the operation of production equipment and how individual components work together within a production facility.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and after-hours callouts in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and equipment documentation.
• Independently prioritize daily maintenance activities and manage multiple assignments.
• Follow all company and client safety procedures and operating standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with CAT 3606/3608 compressors (including older units), VRUs, gas lift compression, gear pumps, SWD pumps (PD and triplex), LACT units, and general pump operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills, initiative, and the ability to manage daily workloads independently.
• Must live in Coyanosa, Odessa, Monahans, Pecos, or surrounding area. Housing is not provided.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Must be able to meet all conditional job offer requirements.