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Caterpillar

Pump Mechanic I

Midland, TX · On-site

$28.45/hr

About SPM Oil & Gas: SPM Oil & Gas, a Caterpillar company, provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership. Globally, we ...

Dover Corporation

Controls Engineer I

Rosenberg, TX · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects in the oil & gas industry ... Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their ...

Dover Corporation

Controls Engineer I

Rosenberg, TX · On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects in the oil & gas industry ... Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their ...

Dover Corporation

Controls Engineer I

Rosenberg, TX

$68K - $88K/yr

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects in the oil & gas industry ... Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their ...

Dover Corporation

Controls Engineer I

Rosenberg, TX

$68K - $88K/yr

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects in the oil & gas industry ... Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their ...

Dover Corporation

Controls Engineer I

Rosenberg, TX · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to projects in the oil & gas industry ... Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their ...

Dudley Staffing

Shop Technician

Darlington, PA

$18 - $25/hr

Our client, a trusted leader in oil and gas production equipment fabrication and refurbishing, is seeking a Shop Technician to join their growing team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level total oil gas in the United States is $49,574.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $54,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Entry-level total oil and gas jobs typically pay between $50,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on location, specific role, and required certifications. These positions often require basic technical skills and safety training, with wages increasing with experience and additional qualifications.

What is the difference between Entry Level Total Oil Gas vs Entry Level Petroleum Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Total Oil GasEntry Level Petroleum Engineer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate degree, technical certificationsBachelor's degree in petroleum engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentField operations, oil rigs, production sitesOffice-based design, analysis, and project planning
Industry UsageCommonly used in oil and gas production companiesUsed in engineering firms and oil companies for exploration and extraction

Entry Level Total Oil Gas roles typically focus on supporting production activities with technical certifications and fieldwork, while Entry Level Petroleum Engineers are involved in designing and planning extraction processes with a bachelor's degree. Both roles are essential in the oil and gas industry but differ in education requirements and daily tasks.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Total Oil Gas job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,574 per year, or $23.8 per hour.

Pump Mechanic I

Caterpillar

Midland, TX • On-site

$28.45/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Caterpillar Inc. rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 478 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

266th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Career Area:
Operations
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
About SPM Oil & Gas:
SPM Oil & Gas, a Caterpillar company, provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership. Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry.
About The Role:
SPM Oil & Gas currently has an opening for a Pump Mechanic I. The Pump Mechanic I assembles, services, maintains, evaluates, repairs, and installs reciprocating plunger pumps to include but not limited to gear boxes, power end assemblies and fluid end assemblies.
Additional Information:
  • Pay: Pay will start at $28.45/hour and can be adjusted based on experience
  • Schedule: Tuesday through Thursday (10 days on and 4 days off) 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM with opportunity for overtime as business demands
  • This position will require some travel in the field (5%) as needed
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

What Will You Do:
  • Effectively demonstrate the core values of SPM Oil & Gas
  • Follow all written policies and procedures safely without deviation or refer to upper management for guidance
  • Exhibit and always advocate exemplary safety culture
  • Clean, strip and inspect all required components
  • Assist during the disassemble phase
  • Prepare for detailed inspections
  • Ability to comprehend Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Risk Assessments
  • Utilize measuring equipment
  • Dismantles pumps and other equipment as directed
  • Hauls pumps and pump parts to and from machine and test shops
  • Troubleshoots, disassembles, and performs a detailed evaluation to determine repair needs and root cause analysis for the following: TWS 2250, QWS 2500, TWS 600 short, TWS 600 standard, QWS 1000, QEM 3000, WS 335
  • Clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment
  • Utilize all PPE
  • Perform other routine duties as requested

Top Candidates will have:
  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Have a clean driving record, which means:
  • No more than (2) moving violations within the last 12 months.
  • No more than three (3) moving violations in the past three (3) years.
  • One to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Working knowledge of oil and gas equipment
  • Experience as a pump mechanic

Physical Demands:
  • Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear
  • Required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • Must occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
  • Must be able to wear protective footwear and other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the department

Work Environment:
  • Regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles
  • Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions
  • Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and vibration
  • Noise Level: Moderate

Summary Pay Range:
$28.45 - $38.10
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
July 13, 2026 - August 13, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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