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Field Service Technician - Offshore Cranes

National Oilwell Varco

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Houston, 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.
  • Assure that results of work meet company quality standards.
  • Comply with all NOV Company and HSE policies and procedures.
  • Utilize safe work habits.
  • Perform other work-related tasks as assigned.

FACILITY/GROUP SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Install, commission, troubleshoot, and repair drilling equipment such as cranes and hoists.
  • Analog and digital PLC based systems.
  • Variable frequency drives.
  • Offshore cranes hydraulic/pneumatic systems extensive knowledge.
  • Electrical systems (including various types of AC/DC motors).
  • Mechanical systems (including fittings, gearboxes, and bearings).
  • Provide training to other NOV personnel (and possibly customers) on aforementioned systems and equipment as needed.
  • Provide accurate and timely report(s) to appropriate personnel regarding work progress and output.
  • Collaborate frequently with internal and external customers.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • 5 years of mechanical and hydraulic experience required.
  • Experience in the oil and gas environment preferred.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to pass a drug screen & background check.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean record.
  • Must have the ability to secure a passport and Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
  • Onshore and offshore (domestic and international) travel for unknown durations with short notice.
  • Overtime will be required – must be willing & able to work nights, weekend, and on-call 24/7.
    • Unrestricted ability & willingness to travel both domestically & internationally.
  • Trainable attitude and an extreme amount of self-motivation required.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high stress, team environment for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical drawings.
  • Must possess basic computer skills – email, filing of field reports, expenses.
  • Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to comply with all safety regulations and procedures.
  • Ability to interact effectively with customer and contractor personnel.
  • Work in harsh environments including rain, snow, heat, and heights in excess of 150 feet.
  • Must provide transportation from home to the office. Transportation to customer’s location will be provided.

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 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 (bi-weekly.)
  • 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.