Petroleum Equipment Service Technician- Training Provided!

Nwestco, LLC; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

Gas card

Cell phone

Laptop

PTO

401(k)

Training & certs

Job summary

Nwestco, LLC is seeking a hands-on Petroleum Equipment Service Technician in California, with no petroleum experience required—training provided. The role offers paid training, industry certifications, and field service across customer sites.

You’ll troubleshoot mechanical/electrical equipment, service dispensers, and work with diagnostic tools. Compensation ranges from $25–$30 per hour for newcomers, higher for experienced techs.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Experience repairing or maintaining equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Dependable, safety-focused, and willing to learn.
• Ability to work independently and interact with customers.
• Petroleum experience is a plus, not a requirement.
• Experience with Gilbarco, Wayne, Veeder-Root, Gasboy, Verifone, dispensers, POS systems, or UST/AST systems is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Service fuel dispensers, pumps, motors, sensors, controls, and monitoring systems.
• Diagnose equipment failures and replace faulty components.
• Read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Respond to service calls at customer locations.
• Use meters, diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Work independently in a field-service environment.

Skills

Hands-on troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

Customer interaction

Job description

Petroleum Equipment Service Technician- Training Provided!

Nwestco is looking for a hands-on Service Technician to join our Fresno team. Petroleum experience is NOT required—we’re willing to train candidates with strong mechanical or electrical troubleshooting and repair experience.

If you’ve worked as a mechanic, maintenance technician, electrician, HVAC tech, equipment technician, field service tech, or in another skilled trade, your experience could translate well into this role.

$25–$30/hr for candidates new to the petroleum industry

Higher pay for experienced petroleum technicians, based on experience and certifications

Company truck + gas card

Cell phone & laptop

PTO & 401(k)

Paid training and industry certifications

What You’ll Do:

Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment

Service fuel dispensers, pumps, motors, sensors, controls, and monitoring systems

Diagnose equipment failures and replace faulty components

Read wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical manuals

Perform preventative maintenance and inspections

Respond to service calls at customer locations

Use meters, diagnostic equipment, hand tools, and power tools

Work independently in a field-service environment

What We’re Looking For:

Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical troubleshooting experience

Experience repairing or maintaining equipment

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Comfortable using hand and power tools

Dependable, safety-focused, and willing to learn

Ability to work independently and interact with customers

Petroleum experience is a plus, not a requirement. Experience with Gilbarco, Wayne, Veeder-Root, Gasboy, Verifone, dispensers, POS systems, or UST/AST systems is highly valued and may qualify you for higher pay.

We’ll teach you the petroleum industry—you bring the troubleshooting skills, work ethic, and willingness to learn.

Before You Leap:

Some positions require travel and overnight stays. Travel expenses will be covered by Nwestco, LLC

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the following:

Ability to pass pre-employment physical with extensive lifting (up to 75 lb), twisting, pulling, kneeling, and squatting.

Ability to pass pre-employment drug-screening and background check. This position is classified as safety-sensitive , it requires the applicant to pass a comprehensive drug test, including screening for marijuana, as a condition of employment.

Driving Requirement: This position requires regular operation of a Company vehicle. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, possess a current, valid and unrestricted driver’s license, and have no DUI convictions or driver’s license suspensions or revocations within the past five (5) years. Employment is contingent upon verification of an acceptable motor vehicle record and meeting the Company’s automobile insurance eligibility requirements.

Why Join Nwestco?

When you join our ranks, you're not just getting a job; you're igniting a career with purpose. We're all about diversity, valuing our people, and a culture of relentless excellence. Here’s what’s in it for you:

Competitive compensation that appreciates your experience and potential.

A treasure chest of benefits: 401(k) (with matching!), medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid sick time, paid vacation, clothing allowance, paid holidays, and more.

Internal Career Advancement: Nwestco supports employee growth through internal career opportunities. To be eligible, you must be in your current role for at least one year and have no active disciplinary actions on file at the time of application. All candidates will be evaluated based on qualifications and business needs.

Nwestco, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.