Oilfield Lab Technician: Test Setup & Equipment Specialist

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Weatherford in Houston, TX is seeking a hands-on Test Technician to work both independently and with a team to set up, assemble, and run test programs for oilfield completion tools, ensuring test qualifications are met.

You will maintain testing equipment, keep labs clean, and provide support to engineering teams to achieve testing goals, with opportunities to mentor less experienced colleagues.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in Oilfield or Lab Environments.
• Highschool Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating material handling equipment (Forklift, Overhead Hoist, Scissor Lift, etc.)
• Experience using hand tools (Pipe Wrench, Adjustable Wrench, Screwdriver, Measuring Tape, etc.)
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to follow verbal instructions.
• Ability to physically respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to read and comprehend drawings/prints and tool layouts.

Responsibilities

• Set up, assemble, and run test programs for oilfield completion tools to meet test qualifications.
• Maintain testing equipment and keep lab and testing areas clean.
• Provide support to the engineering teams to meet testing goals.
• Train/mentor less experienced employees

Skills

Oilfield/Lab experience

High school diploma

Equipment operation

Hand tools

Computer skills

Verbal & written communication

Reading instructions

Follow verbal instructions

Emergency response

Drawings/prints literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Overhead Hoist

Scissor Lift

Job description

Weatherford in Houston, TX is seeking a hands-on Test Technician to work both independently and with a team to set up, assemble, and run test programs for oilfield completion tools, ensuring test qualifications are met.

You will maintain testing equipment, keep labs clean, and provide support to engineering teams to achieve testing goals, with opportunities to mentor less experienced colleagues.