Oilfield Field Diesel Technician - Equipment Expert

Hydro Resources; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) Matching

Flexible Spending Account

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Referral Program

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Job summary

Hydro Resources is seeking an experienced Field Technician to perform diagnostics, repairs, preventive maintenance, and emergency field service across a diverse fleet of oilfield equipment. This role requires hands-on expertise, travel between job sites, and collaboration with drill crews, pump crews, and vendors.

The candidate will diagnose diesel engines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and electrical issues, while sourcing parts and documenting work orders to ensure rapid equipment return to

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on diesel equipment repair experience.
• 2+ years direct experience maintaining and repairing oilfield equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and heavy-equipment operating systems.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting ability, including wiring repairs, sensors, connectors, relays, charging systems, and starting systems.
• Ability to use service manuals, wiring diagrams, diagnostic software, and electrical test equipment.
• Valid driver license and acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and field issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and urgent field repairs on assigned equipment.
• Source repair parts and coordinate with local vendors when needed.
• Document labor, diagnostics, repairs, parts, and follow-up needs in electronic work orders.
• Maintain safe, professional job-site operations and communicate status to leadership.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Pneumatic systems

Field diagnostics

Equipment maintenance

Safety-first problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical diesel training preferred

Tools

Diagnostic software

Wiring diagrams

Service manuals

Job description

Hydro Resources is seeking an experienced Field Technician to perform diagnostics, repairs, preventive maintenance, and emergency field service across a diverse fleet of oilfield equipment. This role requires hands-on expertise, travel between job sites, and collaboration with drill crews, pump crews, and vendors.

The candidate will diagnose diesel engines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and electrical issues, while sourcing parts and documenting work orders to ensure rapid equipment return to