Field Service Technician
Job in
Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77032, USA
Listed on 2026-02-28
Listing for:
NOV, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Field/Service Technician, Installation Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Interface with internal team to obtain a thorough understanding of NOV Service Equipment products and how they are safely operated, tested, calibrated and problems resolved in a timely manner.
- Travel to customer sites to inspect, install, commission, test, calibrate, repair, and train customers on the safe and proper operation of NOV products
- Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems (e.g., mechanical, electrical)
- Evaluates and recommends equipment improvements to improve availability, capability, and yield
- Performs equipment failure analyses (including preventive and unscheduled maintenance)
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment problems
- Prepares technical reports to document equipment modifications and equipment maintenance procedures
- Perform field upgrades of software and hardware and train customers on how to properly operate and maintain equipment.
- Communicate field failures and feedback reports to the appropriate departments
- Clear, concise, and accurate service reporting upon completion of service
- The technician is self-dispatched. This requires an independent self- starter, self- directed person who possesses the ability to diagnose and determine requirements, plan and schedule daily, weekly and monthly events in accordance with the needs of the company and the customer.
- Will interact directly with internal as well as external customers on a daily basis, and as such must possess competencies such organizational skills, planning skills, customer orientation and project management skills.
- Perform other work-related tasks as assigned
- Comply with all NOV company and HSE policies and procedures
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school education in mechanical or related field is preferred.
- Proven experience as an Oilfield, Rig or Industrial Mechanic or similar role, with a focus on Iron Roughnecks, Catwalks, Torque Machines or other related equipment is preferred.
- Experience demonstrated and recorded applicable to servicing tools
- Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems commonly found in oilfield equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, diagrams, and schematics
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- The candidate needs to be a leader, self-motivator and have the ability to interact with our customers both technically and commercially
- JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Adheres to all HSE requirements
- Working hours to be identified by manager, including On Call hours
- Must be able to work in factory environment which may include but are not limited to: high noise level, vibration, fumes, dust, and odors
- Able to communicate professionally with internal and external customers
- Non-standard work hours, 24/7 contact/availability expectations for operational support
- Comply with Global and Local QHSE policies
- Behave in a professional and ethical manner in line with NOV corporate policies
- Integrity and Trust
- Self-Disciplined
- Team Player
- Punctual
- Problem Solver
- Results oriented with a sense of urgency
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