Service Technician - Communications

KLX energy services, LLC; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

KLX Energy Services LLC is seeking a Communications Service Technician for Empire, OH. You will perform installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of temporary communications equipment at customer sites, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include shipping/receiving, equipment inspection, and coordinating with site leadership. A valid Class D license and ability to operate heavy equipment may be required.

Qualifications

• Education: Less than High School Education.
• Work Experience: 0-2 years.
• Related Experience: Ability to communicate and interpret a variety of oral and written instructions; Valid Class D license and acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

• Shipping/receiving duties; loads/unloads trucks; uses system for tracking and reporting; follow shipping procedures.
• Installation/disassembly of equipment per OEM standards; operate, maintain and troubleshoot; ensure safety guidelines.
• Communicate with customer/site lead; advise on repair/replacement options; liaison between sales and operations.
• Inspect/rebuild/operate/test equipment; document records; follow safety and processing standards.
• May operate heavy machinery if properly certified.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Less than High School Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities: Service Technician - Communications (99292)

Requisition ID99292-Posted09/09/2026-Ohio - Empire-Operations

KLX Energy Services LLC provides a broad range of technical solutions and equipment to our customers. We provide the right people, best equipment and most convenient locations to deliver expert energy services for every phase of the wellsite. This includes drilling, completions, re-fracing, production, workover, and plug and abandonment. From technical services and wireline to rentals and accommodations, we keep our customers operations running economically, effectively and safely.

At KLX, you'll work side-by-side with devoted professionals. You’ll enjoy the benefits of a strong and evolving company; such as excellent compensation and benefits packages, limitless opportunities for professional growth, and a voice in shaping our future. All while working in an environment that emphasizes teamwork, integrity, and professionalism.

We are currently seeking a Communications Service Technician for our Empire, OH location.

PURPOSE:

Performs physical tasks in the shop, warehouse, yard or at customer job sites; expected to have a working understanding of communications operations to effectively install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair temporary communications equipment, perform shipping and receiving duties and support field operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Performs a combination of shipping and receiving duties; loads and unloads trucks; uses computer system for tracking, logging, verifying and reporting; follows shipping practices and procedures, and transportation routing, schedules and requirements; receives incoming materials or prepares materials for shipment.
• Installation and disassembly of company and/or competitor equipment in accordance with original manufacturer's standards. Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots equipment including testing and diagnostics. Monitors, evaluates, and adjusts processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiency. Tasks are performed in accordance with applicable safety guidelines, as well as appropriate industry standards.
• Maintains communication with customer and site leader; advises customers on repair/replacement options; acts as a liaison between sales and operations personnel and customers on product and product installation issues including, but not limited to, job procedures, equipment, fit and function.
• Inspects, rebuilds, operates, tests, and troubleshoots equipment. Paints equipment. Monitors, evaluates and adjusts processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiency. Operates equipment and materials following OEM guidelines as well as standard operating procedures. Completes records and associated documentation. All duties are performed in accordance with applicable safety guidelines, as well as appropriate processing standards.
• May operate heavy machinery if properly certified.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Less than High School Education
• Work Experience: 0-2 years
• Supervisory Experience: Not Applicable
• Related Experience:
  • Ability to communicate and interpret a variety of oral and written instructions
  • Valid Class D license and acceptable driving history

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent
• Work Experience: 0-2 years
• Supervisory Experience: Not Applicable
• Related Experience:
  • Relevant experience as a service technician in the oil and gas industry
  • Current relevant HSE certifications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Precise hand/eye coordination: Constantly
• Basic keyboarding or other repetitive motions: Frequently
• Operation of heavy equipment or operation of vehicles: Occasionally
• Lifting/pushing objects weighing over: > 50 lbs: Occasionally
• Climbing and working in awkward and cramped positions: Frequently
• Other (please specify):
  • Employee lifts/carries 82lb occasionally
  • Employee's position requires pushing a maximum force of: 72 ft./lbs.
  • Employee's position requires pulling a maximum force of: 72 ft./lbs.
  • Ability to walk and stand on concrete and uneven surfaces
  • Exposure to inclement weather, bright lights, loud noise, dust, gas, and/or fumes

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.