Tech 1 Fluid End NEX

Detailed Description

• Inspects fluid ends for damaged or worn parts.
• Washes fluid ends to remove stagnant sediment.
• Inspects stay rods and tie bars for proper torque compression.
• Replaces valves, seats, and packing elements.
• Makes repairs to fluid ends as needed.
• Inspects packing bores for wear patterns and indications of washouts.
• Examines retainer nuts for cracked or broken threads.
• Inspects seat desks for cracks or indications of a wash-out.
• Evaluates rod bearings, thrust seats, bull gears, and pinion bearings.
• Services and maintains fluid ends in a high-cycle environment.
• Diagnoses service issues and documents necessary repairs.
• Provides operational assistance to maintenance staff.
• Ensures the quality of equipment through preventive maintenance and adherence to company SOPs.
• Documents all work performed within NexTier's CMMS.
• Conducts final inspections to ensure equipment safety and efficiency.
• Performs other job duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, ethical behavior, and a commitment to company values.
• Maintains composure in highly stressful or adverse situations.
• Ability to learn and integrate new technical skills and maintain current knowledge in the field of expertise.
• Safety-oriented with strong problem-solving skills to systematically evaluate and resolve issues.
• Provides tactful, direct, and actionable feedback to team members.

Language Comprehension

Must understand and speak English at a level sufficient to issue, receive, and respond to both safety and operations-related directions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Driver's license required

Additional Details

The Fluid End Technician 1 plays a key role in maintaining equipment readiness and operational safety in high-pressure environments. This position requires technical expertise, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality standards.