
Mechanical Technician, Zia Midstream
- Lovington, NM
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Performs complex troubleshooting and root cause analysis of recurring issues/failures on reciprocating engines, compressors, pumps, and associated components.
- Leads or performs overhaul of compressors and engines/engine swings, including foundation work, initial alignment, testing, and startup.
- Provides Quality Assurance/Quality Control over 3rd Party contractors performing major maintenance.
- Provides informal leadership and guidance in support of MWP excellence.
- Maintains and repairs engines, compressors and associated components, such as compressor valves, spark plugs, cooling and lubrication systems (auxiliary).
- Maintains and repairs of pumps and associated components, such as amine, glycol, condensate, NGL, etc.
- Maintains and repairs other mechanical equipment such as block valves, control valves, air compressors, manual valve actuators, etc.
- Maintains and repairs fixed equipment such as filters (all types), strainers, dehydration systems, etc.
- Works autonomously at varying times and in diverse weather conditions, at remote field locations and is available for callout.
- Participates and successfully completes training programs, risk management reviews, and safety meetings.
- Reviews and follows procedures as necessary to ensure compliance of all company and industry standards.
- Accurately completes documentation such as; timesheets, Maximo work orders, safe job plans/work permits and regulatory reports.
- Optimize work in most effective (efficient and leveraging priority) manner, in alignment with the Maintenance Work Process (MWP) and within the tenets of S.A.F.E. and Stop Work Authority.
- Maintain facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices.
- Effectively utilize tools and test equipment as needed.
- Respond to operational emergencies as a member of an emergency response team.
- Performs and accurately documents regulatory required inspections.
- May oversee contractors providing specialty services (Quality Assurance, Quality Control).
- Reads and comprehends technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations.
- Writes technical reports and effectively presents information to managers and general plant personnel.
- Performs other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Driver's License
- Willing and able to perform/comply with the following, with or without reasonable accommodation:
- Ability to work extended hours which may include evenings, weekends and holidays AND be available for callout
- Ability to work either inside or outside in conditions that may include heat, humidity, or other inclement weather.
- Ability to climb various stairs and ladders, including A-frame
- Ability to frequently lift and transport articles weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to push/pull forces up to 130 pounds
- Ability to regularly walk, stand, stoop, squat, kneel, crouch for durations of up to 3 minutes
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment, such as flame-retardant clothing, eye protection, ear protection, steel-toed boots, hard hat, etc.
- Ability to safely work around various types of rotating or moving equipment
- 3 or more years of experience in oil and gas operations specializing in mechanical maintenance
- Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
- 8% 401k company match
- Cash Balance Account pension
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
- Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services