Shop Technician

United Pipeline Systems, Inc.; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Short Term Disability

Job summary

United Pipeline Systems, Inc. is seeking a Shop Technician to support all aspects of shop operations in a fast-paced industrial environment.

You will handle material movement, prep for machining, coating, sandblasting, finishing, and shipment, while maintaining safety and quality standards. The role requires mechanical aptitude, the ability to read basic drawings, operate hand and power tools, and collaborate with production staff to keep materials flowing and inventory accurate.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Mechanical aptitude with willingness to learn
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools
• Ability to read work instructions and basic drawings
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, stage, and transport materials and inventory
• Load, unload, and move materials using equipment and safe lifting practices
• Prepare materials for machining, coating, sandblasting, finishing, and shipment
• Operate shop equipment while adhering to all safety requirements
• Assist with production, fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations
• Perform basic inspections and verify completed work meets quality standards
• Support routine equipment maintenance and perform basic troubleshooting
• Assist mechanics and technicians with repairs and preventative maintenance
• Maintain inventory accuracy through labeling, tracking, and organization
• Package, prepare, and stage completed orders for shipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and PPE standards
• Perform other shop and production support duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

What We Do

United is the global leader in high performance thermoplastic internal pipelining systems for pipeline integrity. We have installed over 25,000 MILES of the Tite Liner® system from 2 inches to 52 inches in diameter with operating pressures up to 7,500 psi, in more than 30 countries worldwide.

Description

The Shop Technician is responsible for supporting all aspects of shop operations, including material handling, equipment operation, production support, basic mechanical maintenance, inventory control, shipping and receiving, and general shop organization. This role works closely with production personnel to prepare materials, maintain equipment, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

Successful candidates are dependable, mechanically inclined, willing to learn, and comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Compensation

$22.00-$26.00 per hour, depending on experience

Responsibilities

• Receive, organize, stage, and transport customer materials and inventory.
• Load, unload, and move materials using appropriate equipment and safe lifting practices.
• Prepare materials for machining, coating, sandblasting, finishing, and shipment.
• Operate shop equipment while adhering to all safety requirements
• Assist with production, fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations.
• Perform basic inspections and verify completed work meets quality standards.
• Support routine equipment maintenance and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Assist mechanics and technicians with repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through labeling, tracking, and organization.
• Package, prepare, and stage completed orders for shipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and PPE standards.
• Perform other shop and production support duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Mechanical aptitude with a willingness to learn
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools
• Ability to read work instructions and basic drawings
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and reach throughout the workday
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds regularly
• Work in a noisy industrial environment with exposure to dust and moving equipment
• Wear required PPE including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel‑toe boots
• Safely operate industrial equipment and maintain awareness of surroundings

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays