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Contractual Oil Field Shutdown Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$19.75 - $24.25/hr

Assigned to the Kuparuk oil field, this position is responsible for supervising security personnel ... Interpret and enforce security policies, procedures, and contractual requirements. * Develop and ...

Mechanic

Price, UT · On-site

$22.75 - $30.75/hr

Field Superintendent, Foreman, or Operations Manager Company Urban Oil & Gas Group, LLC is a ... Support compressor start-up, shutdown, changeover, and return-to-service activities following ...

Spring, TX Role Context This role sits within an oil and gas production environment and focuses on ... Report incidents, alarms, emergency conditions, or shutdown system issues in line with reporting ...

Spring, TX Role Context This role sits within an oil and gas production environment and focuses on ... Report incidents, alarms, emergency conditions, or shutdown system issues in line with reporting ...

Field Operator III - Production

Spring, TX · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Operate and monitor oil and gas production wells and equipment in accordance with established ... Immediately report alarms, critical failures, or situations where emergency or shutdown systems are ...

Field Operator III - Production

Spring, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Operate and monitor oil and gas production wells and equipment in accordance with established ... Immediately report alarms, critical failures, or situations where emergency or shutdown systems are ...

Mechanic

Price, UT · On-site

$22.75 - $30.75/hr

Field Superintendent, Foreman, or Operations Manager Company Urban Oil & Gas Group, LLC is a ... shutdown, changeover, and return-to-service activities following maintenance or repair work. · ...

Mechanic

Price, UT

$22.75 - $30.75/hr

Field Superintendent, Foreman, or Operations Manager Company Urban Oil & Gas Group, LLC is a ... shutdown, changeover, and return-to-service activities following maintenance or repair work. · ...

Mechanic

Price, UT

$22.75 - $30.75/hr

Field Superintendent, Foreman, or Operations Manager Company Urban Oil & Gas Group, LLC is a ... shutdown, changeover, and return-to-service activities following maintenance or repair work. · ...

Mechanic

Price, UT · On-site

$22.75 - $30.75/hr

Field Superintendent, Foreman, or Operations Manager Company Urban Oil & Gas Group, LLC is a ... shutdown, changeover, and return-to-service activities following maintenance or repair work. · ...

Mechanic

Vernal, UT · On-site

$24 - $32.50/hr

Field Superintendent, Foreman, or Operations Manager Company Urban Oil & Gas Group, LLC is a ... shutdown, changeover, and return-to-service activities following maintenance or repair work. · ...

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How much do contractual oil field shutdown jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for contractual oil field shutdown in the United States is $92,817.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,000.00 and $100,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Oil Field Shutdown vs Oil & Gas Maintenance Technician?

AspectContractual Oil Field ShutdownOil & Gas Maintenance Technician
CredentialsCertifications in safety, shutdown procedures, and industry-specific trainingTechnical certifications in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation work
Work EnvironmentTemporary, intensive shutdown sites, often offshore or remoteDaily maintenance in operational facilities, onshore or offshore
Employer & Industry UsageContract-based, project-specific roles during shutdown periodsPermanent or contract roles maintaining equipment during operations

Contractual Oil Field Shutdown roles focus on executing planned shutdowns, requiring specialized safety and shutdown procedures. Maintenance Technicians perform ongoing equipment upkeep during normal operations. While both roles require technical skills, shutdown workers are temporary specialists during shutdowns, whereas technicians work continuously to ensure operational integrity.

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Infographic showing various Contractual Oil Field Shutdown job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,817 per year, or $44.6 per hour.

CNG Specialist All Experience Levels

Patterson-UTI

Midland, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Patterson-UTI rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

82nd of 87 rated oil and gas companies


Job description

The CNG Specialist will contribute to the preventive maintenance, application, start-up and commissioning of NexTier Power Solutions CNG assets. The CNG Specialist will be knowledgeable of mechanical, automation, and operation. Including safe operation and best practices of the Power Solutions CNG equipment. 

This position reports directly to PSL Operations Manager-Power Solutions.

Detailed Description:

  • The safe and consistent maintenance of the company's permanent and portable CNG equipment/assets.
  • Assists in monitoring the requirements of replacing parts by inspecting tools, hoses, iron and used parts.
  • Provide leak detection service between stages and/or pulling pumps in/out.
  • Troubleshoot equipment outages and get equipment online and operational.
  • Rig up and rig down equipment at the start and end of each project, including transporting rig up/down equipment as needed.
  • Visit customer locations as necessary for rig up/down, maintenance, check-ins, or service calls.
  • Contribute to maintaining spare parts and materials inventory.
  • Be prepared to swap hoses on pumps as needed.
  • Restart equipment after shutdowns, assist in investigations to why unit's shutdown.
  • Regularly monitor gas lines for leaks and integrity.
  • Perform equipment repairs as necessary.
  • Ensure safe and reliable operation of equipment onsite.
  • Participate in recurring onsite safety meetings.
  • Perform other duties as necessary as the key point of contact onsite.

Job Requirements:

  • Mechanical, electrical, PLC, and instrumentation skills/knowledge are helpful.
  • MDT and/or automated control systems knowledge would be beneficial to this role.
  • Hands on mechanical and/or electrical experience in piping or HVAC systems preferred.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, interpersonal skills, and an ability to influence and to deal tactfully with a wide range of personalities.
  • Participate and support the maintenance program development.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
  • Always maintain a high level of housekeeping on customer sites.
  • Perform all work safely and be a leader within the safety program.
  • Exceptional work ethic with a positive, analytical, and safe work attitude.

Language Comprehension:

Ability to understand and speak English at a level of proficiency allowing employee to issue, receive and respond to both safety and operations-related directions in English

Minimum Required Education:

  • All Levels
  • High school diploma or GED certificate
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Must have and maintain valid state-issued driver's license, be eligible to drive a Company vehicle and meet the requirements of the Company's vehicle program, policy and/or guidelines 
  • Level 2
    • Internal Applicants: 6+ months' experience as a Field Specialist 1, successfully meeting all competency requirements
    • External Applicants: 1+ years' experience as a Field Specialist in Oil and Gas industry
    • Experience in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment
  • Level 3
    • Internal Applicants: 6+ months' experience as a Field Specialist 2, successfully meeting all competency requirements
    • External Applicants: 2+ years' experience as a Field Specialist in Oil and Gas industry
    • Experience in repair and maintenance of heavy equipment
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NexTier is a leading provider of integrated completions that employs sustainable practices and equipment to support our customers' ESG goals while accelerating production in the most demanding US land basins.

Patterson-UTI is committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment, offering equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of personal characteristics protected by law. Employees are encouraged to report any concerns through multiple channels.



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