Oilfield Mud Motor Shop Technician I

Patterson-UTI; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Patterson-UTI is seeking a Motor Shop Technician to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment brought to the maintenance shop. You will assemble/disassemble directional motors and other oilfield components, performing tests and repairs in strict adherence to service manuals and bulletins.

The role requires reading, writing and speaking English, 6+ months of related work history, and a focus on safety while keeping the yard and shop clean and organized.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 6 months of related work history preferred.
• Previous motor shop experience and quality control experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment in the maintenance shop.
• Assemble and disassemble directional motors and other oilfield components.
• Perform tests and repairs per manufacturer manuals and bulletins.
• Quality check parts to determine repair or replacement needs.
• Identify parts to replace using manuals/diagrams and order them.
• Document inspections, test results, repairs, and parts for billing/records.
• Maintain clean, organized yard and shop spaces; ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Safely operate forklift to move equipment in the yard.
• Participate in required meetings, training and development.
• Communicate effectively in English (read/write/speak) and follow directions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reading & writing English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vector gauges

RA meter

Measurement equipment

Job description

Patterson-UTI is seeking a Motor Shop Technician to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment brought to the maintenance shop. You will assemble/disassemble directional motors and other oilfield components, performing tests and repairs in strict adherence to service manuals and bulletins.

The role requires reading, writing and speaking English, 6+ months of related work history, and a focus on safety while keeping the yard and shop clean and organized.