Service Shop Technician

Oliver Equipment Company (OEC) is a leading industrial supplier of specialty process equipment. Our products include centrifugal pump and compressors, positive displacement pumps and compressors, steam turbines, static & dynamic mixers, turbo blowers and related products and a provider of technical solutions to the downstream, midstream, power generation and general industrial sectors. OEC headquarters are in Houston, TX

Job Information

The Service Shop Technician is responsible for operating in a shop environment using technical knowledge and skills to assemble and build semi-complex assemblies. Installs, configures, performs problem determination and maintains products and equipment in a shop environment, following blueprints and manufacturer's instructions, utilizing product and technical knowledge of equipment. Repairs or coordinates repair of worn or defective products or equipment. Perform skilled, technical work in the design, installation, testing, calibration, maintenance, and repair for assigned product or process.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides expertise related to product implementation and continued service


• Provides technical solutions and design implementations for products and services


• Builds, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies equipment, parts, components and assemblies


• Analyzes and interprets test data


• Evaluates performance and reliability of materials


• Performs routine analysis and calculation and recommends changes


• Diagnoses and reports malfunctions


• Learns and understands particular technical equipment; attends training and completes certification as required

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED required. Specialized skills training/certification may be required. Generally, 2 - 5 years of experience in area of responsibility


• Has knowledge and understanding of motor control circuits and control systems


• Has experience using overhead cranes, forklifts, hand tooling


• Knowledge, understanding, and can interpret wiring schematics 

Physical Demands 

• Frequently required to stand


• Frequently required to walk


• Continually required to sit


• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity


• Occasionally balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl


• Continually required to talk or hear


• Continually utilize visual acuity to read technical information and/or use a keyboard


• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 25 pounds


• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts


• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals


• Occasionally exposure to outside weather conditions


• Occasionally loud noise (examples: shop tool noises, electric motors, moving mechanical equipment)

Work Environment

This role operates in a professional office environment with flexibility for hybrid work. Standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers are used. Occasional visits to warehouses or operational sites may be required.

The Perks of Working Here

FloWorks offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Highlights include:

•  Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with multiple plan options


•  Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance


•  401(k) with company match


•  Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts


•  Supplemental coverage (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity)


•  Employee Assistance Program (includes 3 free counseling sessions)


•  Identity Theft Protection at discounted rates

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time. Questions about the duties and responsibilities of this position should be directed to the reporting Manager or Human Resources.

FloWorks is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. Committed to fostering a culture where every individual is valued and empowered to contribute to shared success.

FloWorks participates in the US Government’s E-Verify program.