Heavy Equipment Service Technician

17 hours ago


Hobbs, United States Plains Full time
Heavy Equipment Service Technician at Plains summary:

The Heavy Equipment Service Technician is responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining diesel engines and HAZMAT tankers while ensuring compliance with safety protocols and inspections. This role requires a high school diploma, a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in mechanical systems and maintenance paperwork. The technician must work independently, manage outside repairs, and might occasionally lead and train other mechanics in a dynamic work environment focused on safety and teamwork.

Job Type:

Regular

Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.

Job Purpose/Summary:

Installs, repairs, and maintains diesel engines and HAZMAT tankers. General maintenance as required.

Job Responsibilities

  • Responsible for maintenance and repairs on transport trucks, trailers and pickups.
  • Participate in on-call rotation schedule.
  • Ensure proper D.O.T., state inspection and insurance papers are included in the cab data book.
  • May operate fork lift and company assigned pickup.
  • Familiar with all safety procedures for working with electricity, engines, compressors and material safety data sheets for related materials.
  • May work in proximity to significant hazards (H2S, chemicals, high voltage, elevated heights, volatile liquids, etc.), which require safety accommodations and/or procedures. 
  • Perform brake jobs, troubleshooting, electrical problems, and inspect equipment (turbo, engine, a/c, all electrical).
  • Perform state truck and trailer inspections.
  • Demonstrate ability to make independent decisions and reports work progress routinely.
  • Proficient with paperwork, inspection compliance and records keeping.
  • Work independently and able to initiate and manage outside repairs.
  • Assist in scheduling trucks for maintenance and inspections.
  • Assist in maintaining Safety Data Sheets.
  • Work under indirect and occasional supervision.
  • May occasionally lead and train other mechanics.
  • Fill in for the lead mechanic when needed.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
  • Demonstrate a positive impact by promoting safety in decisions and actions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience.
  • Intermediate mechanical aptitude and familiarity with diesel and gasoline engines, electronics and testing equipment.
  • Basic math skills required to take measurements, change speedometers, read manuals and perform service work.
  • Applicable safety training, licenses and certifications for the job assignment.
  • Must have own tools (Tool Allowance provided).
  • Must have and maintain a valid Class C operator driver’s license to operate company pickup trucks; CDL license is preferred.
  • Successfully pass pre-employment background check (including MVR) and drug testing.

#Plains

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

Salary details estimated by job boards such as Indeed, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn do not represent Plains’ compensation structure. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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Keywords:

heavy equipment technician, diesel engine repair, maintenance and repair, HAZMAT tankers, mechanical aptitude, safety compliance, truck inspections, transportation services, vehicle troubleshooting, preventative maintenance



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