What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Technician position at Brunel?
Job Title: Mechanical Technician II
Location: Carlsbad, New Mexico
Schedule: 5 days on / 2 days off
Start Date: ASAP
Position Type: Field Maintenance / Mechanical Operations
Position Overview
The Mechanical Technician II is responsible for executing maintenance and reliability work on mechanical equipment in an industrial/oil & gas environment. The technician supports mechanical engineers and supervisors in planning, testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical components and rotating equipment
- Assist mechanical engineers in planning and testing mechanical systems and machinery
- Execute work according to approved job plans and procedures
- Review job packs prior to execution and provide feedback for improvements
- Identify safety risks associated with each task and ensure hazards are mitigated before work begins
- Actively participate in all required job safety processes and tools
- Request required work permits and notify supervision if permits are delayed beyond 30 minutes
- Record equipment history and maintenance data in systems such as Global Reliability Tool (GRT) and data sheets
- Support preparation of cost estimates and maintenance proposals as needed
- Communicate equipment conditions clearly and recommend corrective actions
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant mechanical certification or equivalent hands-on industrial experience
- Strong understanding of mechanical maintenance practices in oil & gas or heavy industrial environments
- Ability to clearly communicate field conditions and technical findings
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively without direct authority
- Ability to manage tight deadlines, high workloads, and changing priorities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in the following areas are strongly preferred:
- VRU (Vapor Recovery Unit) compressors
- Gas lift systems
- Reciprocating compressors
- Diesel generators
- Rotating equipment maintenance