What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cement Mechanic 3 NEX position at Patterson-UTI?
Job Description
This role is specifically posted to work for our Cementing product service line as a Mechanic 3 based out of Midland, TX
The Mechanic 3 performs maintenance on all company equipment, provides guidance and oversight to less experienced mechanics, and ensures compliance with all company and regulatory standards. This role involves troubleshooting, diagnostics, mentoring, and maintaining proper maintenance records.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must understand and speak English at a level sufficient to issue, receive, and respond to both safety and operations-related directions.
Minimum Qualifications
The Mechanic 3 position demands technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining high safety and service quality standards. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability and operational efficiency of NexTier equipment.
About Us
The Evolving Oil Field Demands Evolving Service Providers
NexTier is a leading provider of integrated completions that employs sustainable practices and equipment to support our customers’ ESG goals while accelerating production in the most demanding US land basins.
Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.
This role is specifically posted to work for our Cementing product service line as a Mechanic 3 based out of Midland, TX
The Mechanic 3 performs maintenance on all company equipment, provides guidance and oversight to less experienced mechanics, and ensures compliance with all company and regulatory standards. This role involves troubleshooting, diagnostics, mentoring, and maintaining proper maintenance records.
- Performs and completes all essential functions required of Entry-Level to Mechanic Level 3 positions.
- Assists with equipment function checks at the facility.
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment failures, including engine, electrical, HVAC, suspension, transmission, brake, communication, hydraulic, and cryogenics systems.
- Conducts complex equipment repairs and oversees maintenance as needed.
- Ensures compliance with DOT regulations through certification and inspection processes.
- Plans and executes maintenance programs effectively.
- Inspects and approves completed repairs.
- Creates and manages maintenance orders in SAP or SAP Fiori systems.
- Mentors and coaches entry-level and lower-level mechanics during repairs.
- Coordinates and facilitates HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) meetings and training sessions, reporting unsafe acts, conditions, or hazards immediately.
- Actively participates in safety meetings to identify and address risks and hazards.
- Utilizes competency processes to enhance job performance.
- Leads and presents during meetings with regional teams, operations, and district managers.
- Performs additional tasks and duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Expertise in identifying, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment, including engines, electrical systems, HVAC, suspension, transmission, brake, diagnostic, communication, hydraulic, and cryogenics systems.
- Knowledge of applicable DOT regulations.
- Ability to supervise and oversee maintenance operations on all equipment.
- Strong mentoring and coaching skills.
- Proficiency in facilitating HSE meetings and training sessions.
- Experience in creating maintenance orders using SAP Net Weaver or SAP Fiori systems.
- Familiarity with processes for reviewing, recording, and retaining proper maintenance records.
- Ability to coordinate corrective maintenance activities and plan resources effectively.
- Experience in inspecting and approving completed repairs prior to returning equipment to production.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to read, write, and speak English effectively.
- Proficiency in performing basic mathematical calculations.
Must understand and speak English at a level sufficient to issue, receive, and respond to both safety and operations-related directions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma, GED, or applicable experience.
- Experience: 7-10 years in a related role.
- Commercial Driver’s License.
The Mechanic 3 position demands technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to maintaining high safety and service quality standards. This role is critical to ensuring the reliability and operational efficiency of NexTier equipment.
About Us
The Evolving Oil Field Demands Evolving Service Providers
NexTier is a leading provider of integrated completions that employs sustainable practices and equipment to support our customers’ ESG goals while accelerating production in the most demanding US land basins.
Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.