Shop Technician/Washer

Company: Weatherford

Location: 4420 West Greens Road, Houston, TX 77066

Employment Type: Contract (6-month contract w/ Potential 6 month extension)

Possibility that this can go full time based on business need

Schedule: Monday – Friday; 6:00AM – 2:30PM

Onsite 5 days per week Required

OT Based on Business Demand

Pay Rate: $22.00/hr. to $23.00/hr. (based on exp level)

Job Description

The Shop Technician/Washer’s primary responsibility is to prepare and wash tools and equipment to stage for repair work. This position may also have developmental opportunities to cross-train on R&M Technician activities such as troubleshooting and implementing preventative/corrective maintenance on field equipment tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and general cosmetic work on Managed Pressure Drilling and Blowout Preventer equipmentInspect equipment for damage and prep for washing
• Assist in training less experienced Washers
• Prioritize workload according to the planned production schedule
• Prepare tools for shipment and convey materials and items from receiving or production areas to storage/other designated area by hand, forklift, or other means as required and in accordance with operator training
• Assemble/disassemble product line tools as per procedure or Technical Work Instruction in accordance with Quality standards
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with the tools
• Implement mandatory modifications and/or preventive and corrective maintenance of the tools/assets
• Conduct testing of tools/assets to ensure integrity of assemblies
• Monitor, record, source and re-order day to day spares and consumables associated with the running of the plant
• Open crates and sort and place materials on racks/shelves/in bins as required
• Record operational hours on tools/assets in work order system
• Monitor and source spares and consumable levels to keep the plant operational and cost effective
• Liaise with shop supervisors and leads, engineering, and other support functions as required, communicating maintenance issues and requirements
• Maintain daily workshop housekeeping
• Successfully complete training plan and competency standards as set out in the position within company guidelines
• Maintain a consistent level of production quality by adhering to manufacturing procedures and work instructions developing corrective action that may reduce ineffective and inefficient operation
• Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by supervisor within the physical constraints of the job
• Understand and follow maintenance and repair procedures/documentation for applicable products and equipment and complete all relevant documentation
• Required to be available for any approved overtime outside of normal work schedule
• Required to be available on call for any urgent needs

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years related experience in manufacturing, repair and maintenance, or mechanic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of experience in related product line within Energy sector (MPD or BOP preferred)
• Experience operating heavy equipment (e.g. forklift, crane, etc.)