Field Service Technician Job in Kenya

Field Service Technician

Purpose
 

This position primarily works at rig and well locations, and is responsible for:

• Ensuring that the job goes as planned i.e. Installing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of wellheads as per equipment specifications.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and drawings.
• Seeking advice from sales, production, engineering on products and installation issues to include process, spares parts, fit and function.
• Communicating problems and issues with the job site managers.
• Preparing service tickets timely as per guidelines.
• Responsible for the safety of self and others including reporting of all work related injuries, near misses, equipment damage and unsafe acts as soon as practicable to supervisor or senior technician.
• Advising customers on repair and replacement options and costs of standard products.
• Liaising between company sales, production, and engineering personnel & customers on product and product installation, issues including, but not limited to, job procedures, spare parts, and fit and function.

Education / Experience

• High Diploma/Degree in Engineering Sciences or related or GED required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• 2+ years related experience preferred.
• Previous experience with Oil & Gas industry working with wellhead valves, chokes and other components preferred.
• Experience in construction, HVAC, plumbing, electrician, mechanic, automotive mechanics or other skilled trade a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers, visitors and other employees.

Additional Skills/Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude/experience
• Excellent communication skills (English language is mandatory)
• Ability to take apart and put together equipment according to detailed specifications required
• Ability to trouble-shoot routine installation and operation problems for above listed products
• Current and valid Driver’s License
• Ability to lift 50lbs on a regular basis
• Ability to work underground or in deep holes
• Ability to travel to various remote locations
• Ability to work extended / irregular working hours
• Ability to tolerate exposure to Kenyan weather conditions

Applications should be sent to cvs@careerdirections.co.ke by 25th September 2013