Field Service Technician-HPS

Primary purpose:

The Field Service Technician — HPS performs inspection, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of horizontal pumping systems (HPS), pumps, motors and associated equipment at saltwater disposal and pipeline facilities. This hands‑on role ensures safe, reliable system performance and supports continuous operations through preventative maintenance, field diagnostics, commissioning and corrective repairs. The role reports to the Manager of Operations and requires travel across the Williston Basin and to select out‑of‑basin locations (WY, CO, TX).

Essential duties and responsibilities:

- Perform inspection, assembly, disassembly, repair, and maintenance of horizontal pumping systems (HPS).

- Diagnoses, recommends and implements appropriate solutions for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in pumps and associated equipment.

- Sets operating parameters on surface controller to assure operations within product liability range and ensure safety devices are installed and functioning correctly.

- Check system design to ensure it includes adequate horsepower, correct cable size, correctly sized motor controller. Provide manager with written reports, equipment identification, inventory control.

- Conduct precise alignments, testing of pumps to ensure optimal performance.

- Perform vibration analysis using company-owned diagnostic equipment.

- Utilize tools such as Fluke meters, laser alignment tools, and vibration analyzers for diagnostics.

- Work with VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), and control panels to support pump automation and efficiency.

- Carry out routine motor greasing, lubrication services, and H-Pump oil changes per scheduled service intervals.

- Perform minor maintenance and repairs, including replacing or servicing seals, bearings, couplers, impellers, and thrust chambers as needed.

- Oversee and assist with major maintenance projects such as motor swaps, pump swaps, and barrel changes.

- Install, commission, and calibrate pumps, motors, and associated equipment to ensure optimal system performance.

- Maintain and submit in a timely manner, accurate service reports, maintenance logs, and inventory records.

- Follow safety protocols, environmental regulations, and company procedures whether written or communicated verbally, including the instructions and directions from individuals in supervisory positions.

- Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and field personnel to optimize pump performance.

- Travel to locations outside of the Williston Basin as needed. (Wyoming, Colorado, Texas)

- Perform other mechanical work as required to support maintenance and operations.

Minimum requirements :

Education:

- High school diploma / GED or equivalent experience is required.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

- A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant work experience

- Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, tech manuals and work specifications for various types of machinery and/or piping systems.

- Must be able to calculate and understand units of measure.

- Must be able to use and interpret various measurement tools to include Calipers Micrometers.

- Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.

- Ability to operate various service tools including multimeters, megohmmeters, laser alignment tools, vibration analyzers and hydraulic jacks.

- Knowledge of electrical troubleshooting, hydraulics, and rotating equipment.

- Experience working with VFDs and pump alignment tools.

- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

- One Basin One Way certification (North Dakota)

- Ability to obtain additional certifications as needed.

- Good math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals).

- Solid communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

- Demonstrated ability to lead toward operational excellence.

- Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.

- Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.

- Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.

- Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.

- Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets ; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

Physical Demands:

All physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Ability to lift and carry up to 32 pounds.

- Capable of pushing forces up to 59.7 pounds of force.

- Able to pull with a force of approximately 60 pounds.

- Frequent manual material handling involving bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, and kneeling to access equipment and perform tasks.

- Must be able to walk, stand, climb stairs/ladders, and ascend/descend for extended periods during field operations.

- Reach overhead, at shoulder, waist, knee, and floor levels, with fine motor movements and grasping/pinching capabilities.

- Ability to perform whole body movements such as twisting, pivoting, lateral flexion, and exerting rotational force.

- Capable of working in environmental conditions involving exposure to hot, cold, wet, and vibrating environments, along with loud noise.

Working Conditions:

- Primarily fieldwork with some work at the Williston office as needed.

- Exposure to oilfield equipment, high-pressure systems.

- Varying working conditions from office settings to working outdoors in inclement weather conditions.

- Working with and around industrial hazards.

- Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.

- This is an on-call position.

- Hitch 12-hour shifts and will receive overtime.

- The selected candidate must successfully pass a drug screening, background check, and fit-for-duty examination, including credit reports for specific positions—after receiving a job offer and before commencing employment.

Supervisory Responsibility:

- No

- A minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant work experience

- Pump Systems Certification Level 1 (PSC)

- PEC SafeLand (Petroleum Education Council)

- PEC Core Compliance

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

Above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position:

Other Responsibilities:

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.