What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fluid End Tech - Mill Hall, PA position at Patterson-UTI?
Detailed Description:
- Inspect fluid ends for damaged or worn parts
- Wash fluid ends to remove any stagnant sediment
- Inspect stay rods and tie bars for proper torque compression
- Replace valves and seats and packing elements
- Make repairs to fluid ends as needed
- Inspect packing bore for wear patterns; retainer nuts for cracked or broken threads; seat desk for cracks or indications of a wash-out; packing bore for wear patterns that could indicate a wash-out; and/or rod bearings, thrust seats, bull gears and pinion bearings
- Properly service and maintain fluid ends in a high-cycle environment
- Assess diagnoses when service issues occur and make note of repairs as needed
- Support maintenance staff with any operational assistance they may need
- Ensure quality of equipment through preventive maintenance and following company standard operating procedures
- Document work performed within NexTier's CMMS
- Perform final inspections of equipment to monitor safety and efficiency
- Perform other job duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Ability to effectively communicate with team members.
- Responsible, reliable, and adaptable to changing work conditions.
- Professionalism, integrity, ethical behavior, and a commitment to company values.
- Team-oriented, treats others with respect, and values diverse contributions.
- Strong understanding of instructions and the ability to respond promptly.
Minimum Qualifications - Level 1:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to understand and speak English to respond to safety and operations-related instructions.
- Less than 2 years of experience in a similar role.
Minimum Qualifications - Level 2:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to understand and speak English to respond to safety and operations-related instructions.
- 2 years of experience in a similar role.
Additional Details:
The Fluid End Technician must prioritize safety for themselves, coworkers, and third parties. The role involves working in various environments, which may include exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and airborne particles.
Employing subsidiaries of Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. (Patterson-UTI) are equal opportunity employers and maintain a drug-free workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under state, federal, or local law.