Service Technician

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose and troubleshoot causes of malfunction of equipment from observation test based on hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and assembly drawings and resolve malfunctions.
• Disassemble equipment to remove parts and effect repairs.
• Examine any and all parts for general corrosion, defects, breakage or excessive wear whenever looking at specific reported issues on any unit.
• Install all parts according to instructions given, knowledge of unit being assembled and / or following drawings as required, including needed adjustments and alignment.
• Pressure test and function test repaired equipment to ensure it works to full specification.
• Operate cranes and forklifts to assist in assembly operations.
• Prepare hydraulic / pneumatic components and install hoses, fittings and fluids into the unit.
• Follow hydraulic / pneumatic schematics as required.
• Safely assemble and test blow-out-preventers (BOPs), packer stripper, risers and other pressure control equipment according to blueprints, engineering specifications, and customer requirements.
• Comply with all NOV Company policies, guidelines, and procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of two years general mechanical and / or assembly experience preferred.
• Must possess a basic understanding of hydraulic systems. Hydrostatic testing experience and oilfield pressure control equipment is a plus.
• Must be willing and able to work evening shift when necessary and changing work schedules on short notice.
• Must be able to safely drive / operate a forklift and must be able to safely operate a crane.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, procedures, and specifications.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Mechanical problem-solving ability and troubleshooting is a must.
• Must be competent in the use of basic hand tools and other tools such as torque wrenches, impact guns, hydraulic torque machines and air tools.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS : (visit for more information about our benefits offerings)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
• Competitive medical plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $139 per pay period (
• Employees and their spouse enrolled in a medical plan can receive up to $350 (pre-tax) each per year for participating in Choose Well-being Rewards.
• FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical / dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
• FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance (for full-time employees).
• All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).
• All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.
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