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Combustion Technician

Cimarron
Carlsbad, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026

Position Overview: Provides Maintenance, (including spark plug and/or oil changes), minor repairs, electrical trouble shooting, as needed on rental, company, and customer owned oil & gas production equipment such as open flare controls, ECD’s, Burner Management systems, Vapor Recovery Units, and other rotary equipment. Assists other team members with repairs, trouble shooting, and start-ups as needed. Job requires overtime hours, and occasional travel with some out-of-town stay. No relocation benefit is being offered for this position.

 

Essential Job Functions:

  • Supports a philosophy of zero accidents by following all applicable safety procedures and maintaining equipment to operate in the safest way possible
  • Combustor/Flare Maintenance Techs Perform tasks while on manlift at heights between 20’-50.’
  • Possess an understanding of all applicable electrical codes.
  • Responsible for maintenance, inspections, repairs, electrical trouble shooting, and cleaning of oil & gas production equipment, located on customer sites.
  • Assist Field Service team as needed with equipment repairs, trouble shooting, and start-ups.
  • Adhere to company policies and procedures.
  • Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude.
  • Flexibility to work hours necessary to meet customer requirements.
  • Complete Timecards, field tickets and material transfers with accurate information and turned in timely.
  • Perform quality work to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Maintains Company truck and ensures all required maintenance is performed.
  • Complete all job-related safety documentation to ensure the job is completed in a safe manner.
  • Maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude.
  • Requires Responsible, Self-Motivated individual that works with little supervision.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
  • Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Successfully Pass and obtain DOT Certification.
  • Successfully Pass and obtain DISA Certification.
  • Participate in mandatory Drug & Alcohol testing program.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
  • No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area (50 miles) of facility location will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum of Three (3-4) years of experience in oil & gas field service work
  • Minimum of Two (2-3) years of environmental equipment experience (combustion, compression, BMS) or – 2-3 years’ experience with production/midstream equipment
  • Minimum 1-2 years electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
  • Fundamental knowledge of the national Electrical Code and the Electrical Trade.
  • Working knowledge of hand tools associated with the electrical trade and electrical testing equipment (Multimeters, meggers, 4-20 signal drivers, battery testers)
  • Training/Experience in Industrial Wiring, Motor Controls, Relay Logic and PLC’s
  • Training/Experience Reading and Interpreting Electrical, P&ID, GA, and Fabrication drawings.
  • Training/Experience Working with Electrical instrumentation (Flow/Pressure Transmitters, Thermocouples, Etc.)
  • Training/Experience Working with Electrical motors, starters, and drives.
  • Training/Experience Working with Vacuum pumps, blowers, and belt driven/direct drive motors.
  • Training/Experience Working with pneumatic and electric actuators and valves.
  • Training/Experience Working with detonation and flame arrestors.
  • Training/Experience Working with pressure/vacuum relief valves and mechanical check valves.
  • Computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office application package, and Outlook

Position Criteria:

  • Must have good mechanical aptitude and knowledge of various types of mechanical equipment.
  • Prior plant I&E construction experience a plus
  • Must be a self-starter and highly dependable.
  • Must possess excellent command of the English language in both written and spoken form.
  • Must have strong communication skills with all levels of employees and customers.
  • Computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) a plus
  • Must be extremely aware of safety procedures and protocol.
  • Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
  • Results-oriented and able to work both independently and within a team environment.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to stand, sit and/or walk on a hard surface as well as safely bend, stoop, reach, climb steps and use ladder.

  • Ability to perform work tasks while on manlift at heights between 20’ – 50”.
  • Lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to push/pull using 100lb of force.
  • Vision abilities required: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Vision to accurately read all related distribution documents and computer monitor screens.
  • Travel
  • Outdoor work requiring heavy physical labor.
  • Position is 80% outside environment. Worker is subjected to weather elements and must be accustomed to performing tasks in potentially adverse conditions.

 

 

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