Layne Shop Mechanic

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The Shop Mechanic is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing fleet vehicles (to include pickups, semis, and heavy equipment), water well construction equipment, drilling equipment, and pump installation units. Experience in Diesel Mechanics, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems is preferred, travel may be requested, but is not required. This role is based out of Denver, Colorado.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Service trucks and equipment to meet the field requirements
• Operate equipment and tools involved in shop and field repairs
• Work in a team environment to maintain a coordinated effort
• Troubleshoot and repair various electrical assemblies
• Rebuild replace or repair drill rig parts and ancillary equipment
• Assign priority and process repair work orders
• Evaluate and recommend all repairs with cost estimates
• Assist in completion of all repairs
• Assist in shop fabrication and assembly operations
• Locate and requisition parts for repairs
• Follow preventative maintenance schedules
• Understand and implement laws and regulations on transportation and safety
• Keep shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition
• Maintain accurate information for payroll reporting
• Out-of-town travel may be requested on occasion and costs are covered and per diem provided

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Education

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent years of experience

Certification

• Must have a valid driver’s license. Class B driver and any endorsements are a plus. 

• Must be qualified per FMCSA to perform annual DOT inspections.

• Forklift, crane and welding certifications a plus.

Work Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience of field technician experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of hydraulic systems

• Ability to work irregular hours and respond to afterhours emergency calls as needed. Some travel may be requested.

• Previous drilling experience and knowledge of work industry a plus

• Strong organizations skills

Additional Requirements/Skills

• 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.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.

• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a small hand tools.

• The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms.

• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment

• Ability and willingness to abide by the Company’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis