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Field Service Technician

National Oilwell Varco

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Odessa, TX
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Multiple Shifts
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Interface with relevant departments to obtain a thorough understanding of NOV products and how they are safely operated, tested, calibrated and problems are resolved in a timely manner.
  • Travel to customer sites to inspect, install, commission, test, calibrate, repair and train customers on the safe and proper operation of NOV products.
  • Perform field upgrades of software and hardware and train customers on how to properly operate the system.
  • Communicate field failures and feedback reports to the appropriate departments.
  • Complete and submit field service documentation in a timely manner.
  • Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.
  • Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Install, commission, troubleshoot, and repair drilling equipment.
  • Provide training to other NOV Field Service Technicians.
  • Provide accurate and timely reports to appropriate personnel regarding work progress and output.
  • Work in repair shop when needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Microsoft Office knowledge is required.
  • Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics and basic electrical drawings required.
  • Minimum 3-5 years mechanical experience required.
  • Working knowledge of rig floor equipment preferred, including Top Drives and Iron Rough Necks preferred
  • Working knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics required
  • Working knowledge of electrical required

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
  • Must provide transportation from home to the office.  Transportation to customer’s location will be provided.
  • 24/7 on-call
  • Work in harsh environments including rain, snow, heat, and heights in excess of 150 feet.
  • Ability to pass a drug screen & background check.
  • Must be able to constantly walk and stand
  • Must be able to occasionally grasp, climb, balance, crouch, crawl, kneel, reach with arms and hands.
  • Must be able to frequently lift up to 10 pounds
  • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS: (visit usbenefits.nov.com 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 are effective your date of hire. Visit usbenefits.nov.com/cost-for-coverage for more information.
  • FREE MDLIVE virtual visits (when enrolled in an NOV medical plan).
  • 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 at 2 times your annual salary (for full-time employees).
  • All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date). Pre-NOV relevant experience (years of service) may be considered for vacation accruals.
  • All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.