Shop Technician

Worldwide Oilfield Machine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Frac Solutions (TFS) in Houston is seeking a Shop Technician to test, rebuild, and maintain pressure control equipment for frac operations. The role starts in Houston with 5‑day weeks and two shifts, then rotates to Midland after about 90–150 days.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma (or equivalent), mechanical aptitude, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. A valid driver's license and ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen are required. Overtime may be involved.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with hand and power tools.
• Ability to read work orders, routers, and basic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Test, rebuild, and maintain pressure control equipment.
• Tear down, inspect, and rebuild frac valves and related equipment.
• Perform pressure and functional testing up to 15,000 psi; record data and generate test reports.
• Use gauges and measuring tools to verify equipment meets spec.
• Maintain test equipment (pumps, motors, valves, gauges, hoses, fittings).
• Operate torque equipment; forklift and overhead crane as needed.
• Pressure wash and prep equipment for inspection; keep shop clean.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading work orders

Hand and power tools

Lifting 50 lbs

Shift flexibility

Valid driver's license

Drug screen/background check

Education

High school diploma / GED / equivalent

Job description

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Full Time Houston, TX, US

Shop Technician – Houston, TX (rotation to Midland, TX)

Total Frac Solutions (TFS) is hiring a Shop Technician. You'll test, rebuild, and maintain the pressure control equipment that goes out to our frac locations. Getting this right means our crews and customers are working with iron and valves they can trust.

Location & Schedule

• Starts in our Houston shop, 5 days a week, 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. shift, with overtime as required
• After 90–150 days, transitions to a rotation schedule at our Midland facility

What You'll Do

• Follow all environmental, health, and safety rules, including high-pressure test-bay procedures and PPE
• Follow TFS quality procedures and work instructions
• Tear down, inspect, and rebuild frac valves (gate, plug, check) and related pressure control equipment
• Perform pressure and functional testing up to 15,000 psi, following work orders and routers
• Run chart recorders, record accurate test data, and complete test reports
• Use measuring tools, test equipment, and functional gauges to verify equipment meets spec
• Check gauge calibration before testing and flag anything out of tolerance
• Maintain test equipment, including pumps, motors, valves, gauges, hoses, and fittings
• Operate torque equipment to specified values
• Operate forklift and overhead crane to move equipment safely
• Pressure wash and prep equipment for inspection and return to service
• Keep the shop and work area clean and organized
• Other duties as assigned or prescribed

What You Need

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort with hand and power tools
• Able to read work orders, routers, and basic drawings
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet in a shop environment, including heat
• Willing to work either shift, overtime as required, and a rotation schedule in Midland
• Valid driver's license
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Preferred

• 3+ years in valve repair, pressure testing, or an oilfield service shop
• Experience with frac or wellhead pressure control equipment