Fluid End Technician

Midland, TX, USA ● Odessa, TX, USA Req #1873

Thursday, June 27, 2024

POSITION SUMMARY

The Fluid End Technician tests job readiness of equipment while ensuring conformity to standard while

operating equipment in high pressure areas and practice work safety procedures.

Key Accountabilities

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
Replace packing elements
Make repairs to fluid ends as needed
Inspect packing bore for wear patterns
Inspect retainer nuts for cracked or broken threads
Inspect seat desk for cracks or indications of a wash-out
Inspect packing bore for wear patterns that could indicate a wash-out
Inspect 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

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to demonstrates professionalism, integrity, ethical behavior and commitment to the values of the company
Maintains composure in highly stressful or adverse situations
Able to learn and integrate new technical skills and knowledge. Maintains current knowledge in field of expertise.
Safety oriented, able to analyze problems by considering alternatives, followed by systematic rejection of unacceptable alternatives
Provides tactful, direct and actionable feedback to others

Minimum Required Education

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