SWD Pump Technician - Field Service & Maintenance

Devon Energy Corp.; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon Energy Corp. is seeking an experienced Salt Water Disposal Pump Mechanic to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain pumps and rotating equipment across SWD facilities.

You will help ensure safe, reliable water handling and disposal operations while traveling between multiple field sites. The role requires hands-on maintenance of H-pumps, PD pumps, and centrifugal pumps, with attention to manufacturer specs and company safety policies.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and millwright/industrial maintenance preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience repairing centrifugal, PD, or reciprocating pumps.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.
• Knowledge of oilfield produced water/SWD operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, rebuild, and maintain H-, PD-, and centrifugal pumps used in SWD service.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, including seal replacement and alignment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on pumps, motors, VFDs, and skid equipment.
• Read and interpret pump curves, schematics, P&IDs, and manuals to guide repairs.
• Monitor pump performance and flag equipment nearing failure.
• Install and remove pump skids, piping and related components as needed.
• Coordinate with operators on downtime and repair scheduling.
• Maintain maintenance records, work orders, and parts inventory.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Field readiness

Reading schematics

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Precision alignment tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Devon Energy Corp. is seeking an experienced Salt Water Disposal Pump Mechanic to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain pumps and rotating equipment across SWD facilities.

You will help ensure safe, reliable water handling and disposal operations while traveling between multiple field sites. The role requires hands-on maintenance of H-pumps, PD pumps, and centrifugal pumps, with attention to manufacturer specs and company safety policies.