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Employment Status: Full-Time
Schedule: 10 days on / 4 days off
On-Call Requirement: On call throughout the employee’s scheduled hitch
Reports To: Maintenance Manager or designated supervisor
Location: Field and shop-based, with travel to customer locations as required

The E-Tech is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and installing electrical, electronic, instrumentation, and control systems used on company equipment. This position supports safe and reliable field operations by minimizing equipment downtime, responding to service calls, and ensuring equipment is operationally ready.

The E-Tech must be available for scheduled and unscheduled work throughout the assigned 14-day hitch, including nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency callouts.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic systems on company equipment.
• Work with 12/24-volt DC systems and applicable AC electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot wiring, sensors, relays, switches, solenoids, breakers, connectors, control panels, and communication systems.
• Diagnose faults involving PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, and automated control systems, when applicable.
• Test electrical circuits using multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, diagnostic software, and other approved equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and technical specifications.
• Install and repair wiring harnesses, electrical components, control devices, and instrumentation.
• Perform preventive maintenance and documented electrical inspections.
• Respond promptly to equipment failures and service calls during the assigned hitch.
• Provide electrical support during equipment rig-up, commissioning, operation, troubleshooting, and rig-down.
• Identify recurring equipment failures and recommend corrective or preventive actions.
• Coordinate repairs with Operations, Maintenance, and HSE personnel.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspection forms, parts usage, and repair documentation.
• Maintain an organized inventory of electrical parts, tools, and testing equipment.
• Verify that electrical repairs are tested and equipment is safe before being returned to service.
• Follow lockout/tagout, electrical safety, PPE, hazard communication, and other company HSE requirements.
• Participate in JSAs, pre-job meetings, safety meetings, incident investigations, and required training.
• Exercise Stop Work Authority when an unsafe condition or action is observed.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas, service vehicles, and company equipment.
• Perform other duties reasonably assigned by management.

• This is a full-time position generally working a 14-days-on/13-days-off schedule.
• The employee will be on call for the entire scheduled hitch.
• Work hours may vary based on operational needs and may include extended hours, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency callouts.
• The employee must be able to report to the shop or field location within the response time established by management.
• The position may require travel and overnight stays at field or customer locations.
• Schedule changes may occur based on operational or customer requirements.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience as an E-Tech, electrical technician, electronics technician, instrumentation technician, or similar role.
• Working knowledge of electrical systems, electronic controls, instrumentation, and troubleshooting practices.
• Ability to use electrical testing and diagnostic equipment safely.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Basic computer skills and ability to complete electronic maintenance records.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass applicable pre-employment and customer-required screenings.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and respond effectively under pressure.

• Technical certificate or associate degree in electrical technology, electronics, instrumentation, automation, or a related field.
• Oilfield, pressure-pumping, industrial, manufacturing, or heavy-equipment experience.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, CAN bus/J1939 systems, sensors, transmitters, and automated controls.
• Experience troubleshooting mobile equipment, pump units, power distribution systems, or similar equipment.
• Current electrical, instrumentation, OEM, or industry-related certifications.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of safe electrical work practices and energy-isolation procedures.
• Ability to determine the root cause of equipment failures.
• Ability to prioritize multiple repairs in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Operations, Maintenance, HSE, vendors, and customers.
• Dependable attendance and ability to respond to after-hours callouts.
• Ability to use company-issued phones, computers, diagnostic software, and maintenance-management systems.
• Commitment to safety, quality, equipment reliability, and operational readiness.

The employee must be able to:

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work in confined or restricted equipment areas.
• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds and request assistance or use mechanical lifting equipment for heavier loads.
• Work from ladders, platforms, and elevated work areas when properly protected.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment.
• Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, hard hat, hearing protection, safety-toe footwear, and flame-resistant clothing.
• Work indoors and outdoors in heat, cold, wind, dust, noise, rain, and changing weather conditions.
• Work around energized systems only when authorized, qualified, and following approved electrical-safety procedures.
• Safely enter and exit service vehicles and mobile equipment.

The E-Tech is expected to:

• Perform work in compliance with AOS policies, procedures, JSAs, and customer requirements.
• De-energize equipment and apply lockout/tagout before beginning work unless an approved energized-work procedure applies.
• Never bypass, disable, or alter a safety device without authorization and documented controls.
• Inspect tools, meters, leads, and PPE before use.
• Report electrical hazards, damaged equipment, near misses, incidents, and spills immediately.
• Stop work when conditions are unsafe or outside the employee’s training, authorization, or qualifications.
• Protect employees and equipment from electrical, mechanical, pressure, chemical, and line-of-fire hazards.