Blue Fin logo
Blue Fin Verified
Oil and Gas

Equipment Technician (PPC)

Lafayette, LAOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month ago

Is this role right for you?

Upload your resume and get a skill-by-skill breakdown — see exactly where you match, where you're close, and what to highlight. Not a mystery percentage.

Get a tailored resume highlighting what this role needs.

Required skills

  • equipment maintenance
  • forklift operations
  • shop organization
  • safety compliance
  • team collaboration
  • weekend work
  • after-hours work

Nice to have

  • industry experience
  • mechanical experience

Role summary

BlueFin, a GATE Energy Company, is seeking an entry-level Equipment Technician I. This role focuses on hands-on maintenance of pumping equipment under the direction of a supervisor. Responsibilities include assisting with general duties, maintaining shop cleanliness and organization, assisting with inspections, performing preventative maintenance, supporting shipping and receiving, and yard organization. The position requires adherence to company policies and participation in an on-call rotation, including weekend and after-hours work. A High School Diploma or GED is preferred, along with general mechanical experience. Forklift certification is mandatory.

Company Profile

BlueFin, a GATE Energy Company, is a leading independent service company with a suite of project execution niches and specialty equipment, covering a full range of pipeline and process, mechanical, intelligent completions, and fluid flushing and filtration services. Our clients range from Operators to General Contractors in the upstream, midstream and downstream market sectors of all energy industries.

Job Summary

The Equipment Technician I is an entry-level role ideal for those interested in a hands-on approach to working with pumping equipment. The primary responsibility of this position includes maintaining equipment as directed by the District Manager or another designated supervisor. This position does not directly supervise others.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist the Equipment Technicians and Mechanics with general duties, including low pressure testing, job mobilization, etc.
  • Keep all areas of the shop clean and well organized
  • Maintain facility as needed (minor repairs, paint, etc.)
  • Assist daily with forklift inspections, overhead crane inspections, organizations of tools and parts
  • Assist in preventative maintenance work on equipment, including washing, prep and painting of equipment
  • Assist with shipping and receiving of equipment (forklift operations)
  • Assist weekly with organizing the yard
  • Adhere to all policies, procedures, and programs as defined by BlueFin Field Services
  • Participate in equipment team call rotation. Available for weekend and after-hours work
  • Other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred
  • Industry experience a plus
  • General mechanical experience preferred
  • Must be able to become Forklift certified

Physical Requirements

  • May travel for local jobs if needed
  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
  • Ability to work in harsh conditions

Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, Fit for Duty, and / or physical BlueFin Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. BlueFin Services is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Ready to apply?
You'll be redirected to Blue Fin's application page.

Similar roles

See how RiseMe works

Match, tailor, and prep so you send fewer applications and land more interviews.