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Diesel Mechanic

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A successful Mechanic will be highly skilled working on heavy diesel engines to effectively service all equipment including but not limited to: service rigs, snubbing units and other ancillary equipment. This is primary a field position and you will be in the field majority of the time. An outstanding track record of success in the full lifecycle of the oil and gas industry as a mechanic in maintenance, repairs, safety, and welding will be the key to success. Below is a general list of duties but other duties within the scope of the job may be assigned.

Maintenance

  • Perform routine scheduled maintenance on all equipment
  • Observe mechanical devices in operation and diagnoses problems by sight and sound to resolve issues
  • Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts
  • Test, adjust and repair equipment to be operational
  • Perform required repairs based on troubleshooting mechanical equipment
  • Perform routine and complex scheduled maintenance or repair work including exchanging engines and transmissions
  • Coordinate with Management on the maintenance, repair and refurbishment of equipment
  • Anticipate potential equipment malfunctions of failures and preforms required repairs, adjustments or modification to resolve the problem
  • Foresee potential equipment malfunctions of failures and preforms required repairs, adjustments or modification to resolve the problem
  • Respond to emergencies as requested and coordinates onsite activities to utilize resources to facilitate repairs in the most expedient and cost-effective manner

Repairs

  • Operate drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts
  • Repair or replaces defective parts
  • Repair basic 12V electrical equipment

Safety

  • Comply all with HSE policies and procedures during work
  • Ensure full awareness of (and compliance with) requirements of relevant company/customer HSE handbooks, HSE procedures, and emergency procedures

Welding

  • Weld fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble or repair structural forms such as machinery frames, skids, tanks
  • Lubricate and clean parts
  • Request parts and machines to be ordered as needed

  • Experience with service rigs and ancillary equipment preferred
  • Ability to read and understand material commonly used in the product, service, and maintenance function
  • Hands-on experience with various heavy-duty engines including; Cat, Detroit Diesel, Cummins
  • Knowledge of hydraulic systems
  • Must possess basic math skills.
  • Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts.
  • Basic computer skills utilizing various programs in Microsoft Office Suite; must possess ability to learn company or industry specific applications.
  • Must be able to occasionally work extended hours, including weekends, as needed.
  • Welding experience preferred, but not required
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
  • Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Effective problem solving, analytic and is good at making decision skills.
  • Familiar with tools and equipment utilized by Fortis Energy Services.
  • Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
  • Willing to travel to customer sites to repair equipment on-site, travel out of town as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Amount of each day spent: Standing: 50% Walking: 40% Sitting: 10%

Employee works: Inside: 60% Outside: 40%

While performing job, employee will be required:

lifting/carrying (0-100lbs) 15 times/hour 8-12 hours/daypulling/pushing (0-75lbs) 15 times/hour 8-12 hours/dayto squat 7 times/hour 8-12 hours/dayto kneel 5 times/hour 8-12 hours/dayto climb ladders/stairs 4 times/hour 8-12 hours/day

Physical activity required:

Lift under 10lbs Frequently

Lift 10-25lbs Frequently

Lift 25-50lbs Frequently

Lift Over 100lbs Seldom

Carry under 10lbs Frequently

Carry 10-25lbs Frequently

Carry 25-50lbs Frequently

Carry Over 100lbs Seldom

Reach above shoulder Frequently

Reach at shoulder Frequently

Reach below shoulder Frequently

The working conditions may involve exposure to the following:

chemicals gases cold heat

dampness noise dust radiation

heights (0-110’) fumes winds ice

Other physical requirements:

Manual and finger dexterityHand/grip strengthDepth perceptionAny other physical requirements that allow the employee to perform the job safely according to all company, local, state and federal regulations and requirements.

Safety equipment:

The following safety equipment is to be worn on the job (when applicable):

goggles face shields safety glasses hard hats safety belts gloves

ear plugs steel toed boots tyvek suits SCBA

H2S monitors fall protection FR Clothing

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