Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Marine Terminal Operator (PTL Marine/Maxum Petroleum) - Seattle, WA Since 1936, Pilot Thomas ... pump shut off, ensure pump pressure at dock is within acceptable limits; conduct facility security ...
Marine Terminal Operator (PTL Marine/Maxum Petroleum) - Seattle, WA Since 1936, Pilot Thomas ... pump shut off, ensure pump pressure at dock is within acceptable limits; conduct facility security ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Spokane, WA · On-site
$22/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Quick apply
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Spokane, WA · On-site
$22/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Denver, CO · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Denver, CO · On-site
$28 - $34/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$30/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Quick apply
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Sacramento, CA · On-site
$30/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Bakersfield, CA · On-site
$22/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Quick apply
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Bakersfield, CA · On-site
$22/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Marine Terminal Operator (PTL Marine/Maxum Petroleum) - Seattle, WA Since 1936, Pilot Thomas ... pump shut off, ensure pump pressure at dock is within acceptable limits; conduct facility security ...
Marine Terminal Operator (PTL Marine/Maxum Petroleum) - Seattle, WA Since 1936, Pilot Thomas ... pump shut off, ensure pump pressure at dock is within acceptable limits; conduct facility security ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Bakersfield, CA · On-site
$22/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Bakersfield, CA · On-site
$22/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Fresno, CA · On-site
$23/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Quick apply
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Fresno, CA · On-site
$23/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Denver, CO · On-site
$30/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Quick apply
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Denver, CO · On-site
$30/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$25/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Quick apply
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Las Vegas, NV · On-site
$25/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Gilroy, CA · On-site
$25/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Quick apply
Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Gilroy, CA · On-site
$25/hr
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps ... operator certifications, or HAZWOPER. * Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring ...
FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR (T32)
Duluth, MN · On-site +1
$33.53 - $39.07/hr
... pump house and tank farms during receipt, transfer, sampling and issue of petroleum products ... Performs operator maintenance to include checking components for operation, adjustment, pressures ...
FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM OPERATOR (T32)
Duluth, MN · On-site +1
$33.53 - $39.07/hr
... pump house and tank farms during receipt, transfer, sampling and issue of petroleum products ... Performs operator maintenance to include checking components for operation, adjustment, pressures ...
Terminal Operator
South Portland, ME · On-site
... motors, pumps, valves and other equipment associated with bulk handling of petroleum liquids ... industry operating pumps, meters and proportion equipment. * Valid driver's license, ability to ...
Terminal Operator
South Portland, ME · On-site
... motors, pumps, valves and other equipment associated with bulk handling of petroleum liquids ... industry operating pumps, meters and proportion equipment. * Valid driver's license, ability to ...
Terminal Operator
South Portland, ME · On-site
... motors, pumps, valves and other equipment associated with bulk handling of petroleum liquids ... industry operating pumps, meters and proportion equipment. * Valid driver's license, ability to ...
Terminal Operator
South Portland, ME · On-site
... motors, pumps, valves and other equipment associated with bulk handling of petroleum liquids ... industry operating pumps, meters and proportion equipment. * Valid driver's license, ability to ...
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| Credentials | High school diploma, safety training, possibly certifications | High school diploma, safety training, physical fitness |
| Work Environment | Refineries, pump stations, oil fields | Oil rigs, drilling sites, field locations |
| Job Duties | Operate and monitor pumps, ensure safety, maintain equipment | Assist in drilling, maintenance, equipment setup, field operations |
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Petroleum Equipment Service Technician
Denver, CO
$30/hr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 15 days ago
Nwestco rating
7.9
Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
Join the Nwestco Revolution!
At Nwestco LLC, we dont just work in the Petroleum and Car Wash Equipment industrywe lead it. For more than 25 years, weve set the standard across the Northwest and Rockies by delivering innovation, reliability, and excellence to our customers.
We're on the hunt for a highly skilled, certified Petroleum Equipment Service Technician to join our growing team in Denver, CO If youre driven, safety-focused, and ready to grow with a company that values your experience, this is your moment.
What We Offer
- $30/hr or more depending on experience
- Company truck, gas card, cell phone, and laptop
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO and 401(k) with company match
- Steady, year-round work
- Paid training and ongoing career development
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
Your Mission:
Install, maintain, and repair fuel dispensers, underground and aboveground storage tanks, piping systems, and related petroleum equipment.
Troubleshoot and service electrical and mechanical components of fuel systems, including sensors, leak detection, and monitoring systems.
Calibrate and test fuel dispensing systems and POS interfaces to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Perform routine preventative maintenance and inspections on fueling systems and report deficiencies.
Respond to emergency service calls and equipment failures to minimize downtime at customer sites.
Ensure all work complies with local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations, including UST/AST requirements.
Maintain detailed service records, test results, inspection logs, and maintenance reports.
Interface professionally with customers, vendors, inspectors, and site personnel.
Adhere to and promote all company safety policies, including lockout/tagout, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
Stay current with industry standards, manufacturer training, and certifications.
What You Bring to the Table:
Hands-on experience with fueling systems, including dispensers (Gilbarco, Wayne), submersible pumps, piping, and tank systems.
Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and electronic equipment, including circuit diagnostics and component replacement.
Background in servicing or installing POS systems, tank monitors (e.g., Veeder-Root), and interstitial monitoring systems.
Experience working with tools, test equipment, and diagnostic software used in fuel system servicing.
Prior work in field service environments, responding to on-site issues with minimal supervision.
Certifications or training such as Colorado QST Certification, Gilbarco Passport, Gilbarco Dispenser, Gasboy, FuelMaster, Verifone, Wayne Dispenser, ICC Service Tech Certifications, UST/AST operator certifications, or HAZWOPER.
Proven ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and installation drawings.
History of safe work practices, including work in hazardous locations and spill response.
Strong customer service skills, punctuality, and ability to work independently or as part of a service crew.
Before You Leap:
Some positions require travel and overnight stays. Travel expenses will be covered by Nwestco, LLC
All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the following:
Ability to pass pre-employment physical with extensive lifting (up to 75 lb), twisting, pulling, kneeling, and squatting.
Ability to pass pre-employment drug-screening and background check. This position is classified as safety-sensitive, it requires the applicant to pass a comprehensive drug test, including screening for marijuana, as a condition of employment.
Driving Requirement: This position requires regular operation of a Company vehicle. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, possess a current, valid and unrestricted drivers license, and have no DUI convictions or drivers license suspensions or revocations within the past five (5) years. Employment is contingent upon verification of an acceptable motor vehicle record and meeting the Companys automobile insurance eligibility requirements.
Why Join Nwestco?
When you join our ranks, you're not just getting a job; you're igniting a career with purpose. We're all about diversity, valuing our people, and a culture of relentless excellence. Heres whats in it for you:
Competitive compensation that appreciates your experience and potential.
A treasure chest of benefits: 401(k) (with matching!), medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid sick time, paid vacation, clothing allowance, paid holidays, and more.
Internal Career Advancement: Nwestco supports employee growth through internal career opportunities. To be eligible, you must be in your current role for at least one year and have no active disciplinary actions on file at the time of application. All candidates will be evaluated based on qualifications and business needs.
Nwestco, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, military service, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career with Nwestco LLC.
About Nwestco
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Industry
Construction and manufacturing
Company size
51 - 200 Employees
Headquarters location
Kalispell, MT, US
Year founded
1987