Mechanical Technician I: Field Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Danos; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Danos is seeking a Mechanical Technician I to perform planned mechanical maintenance, supporting safe, reliable operation of field equipment and facilities. You will follow established job plans, safety procedures, and permitting requirements while documenting work and communicating conditions to supervision.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance on pumps and equipment, troubleshooting, and collaboration with operations.

Qualifications

• Mechanical/technical certification or equivalent experience.
• Maintenance experience in mechanical trades.
• Safety practices and hazard communication.
• Ability to follow job plans, procedures, and permits.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to describe field conditions and remediation steps.
• Teamwork and willingness to assist others.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and changing priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Accurate maintenance documentation.
• Must meet all job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and corrective mechanical maintenance on field equipment.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment as assigned.
• Work with equipment such as centrifugal pumps, LACTs, PDP pumps, and gas lift compression.
• Review job packs and execute maintenance work according to procedures.
• Participate in safety processes and mitigate hazards before work.
• Request and follow required work permits.
• Document maintenance activities and equipment history using required systems.
• Communicate equipment conditions and recommended actions to supervision.
• Provide feedback for maintenance plans and improvements.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and team members.
• Adapt to changing priorities and field conditions.

Skills

Mechanical cert

Maintenance experience

Safety awareness

Follow procedures

Communication skills

Field condition reporting

Teamwork

Deadline adaptability

Microsoft Office

Documentation

Job requirements

Education

Technical certification or equivalent experience

Job description

Danos is seeking a Mechanical Technician I to perform planned mechanical maintenance, supporting safe, reliable operation of field equipment and facilities. You will follow established job plans, safety procedures, and permitting requirements while documenting work and communicating conditions to supervision.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance on pumps and equipment, troubleshooting, and collaboration with operations.