NOV Inc.
Mechanical Technician
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About the Role
As a Mechanical Technician, you will support our repair operations in Montrose by disassembling, inspecting, rebuilding, assembling, and testing mechanical equipment. You will work from engineering documentation and established procedures to ensure equipment is completed safely, accurately, and to the required quality standards.
Your contribution will help us deliver reliable equipment to our customers while supporting operational performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
About NOV
NOV is a global provider of technology, equipment, and services supporting energy production and industrial operations. Through our engineering, manufacturing, service, and digital capabilities, we help customers improve operational performance, safety, reliability, and efficiency across drilling, offshore, marine, industrial, and energy applications worldwide.
What We Offer
At NOV, you will work in a practical, team-oriented environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are central to how we operate. You will have opportunities to develop your technical capability through hands-on experience, our competency programme, and exposure to a range of NOV equipment and repair activities.
Diversity & Inclusion
At NOV, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We value diversity in all its forms and believe that different perspectives drive innovation and success. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Disassemble, inspect, rebuild, assemble, and test mechanical equipment in accordance with NOV procedures and engineering requirements.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, work instructions, and other technical documentation.
- Use engineering measuring equipment, including micrometers, Vernier gauges, and dial indicators, to verify components and assemblies.
- Complete equipment testing and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) in accordance with applicable procedures.
- Maintain accurate job documentation, including QA plans, workscopes, inspection and test reports, build sheets, and other required records.
- Identify product defects and non-conformances, complete the appropriate documentation, and support troubleshooting and root-cause problem solving.
- Rework or repair equipment and components in accordance with approved engineering specifications and changes.
- Safely operate designated workshop equipment and ensure components move correctly through the workflow and designated staging areas.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities supporting safety, quality, cost, delivery, and operational performance.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and actively participate in team briefings, toolbox talks, safety activities, and the NOV competency programme.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Essential Qualifications
- A time-served apprenticeship, HNC, or equivalent relevant mechanical qualification or practical experience.
- Relevant hands-on mechanical experience gained within an industrial, manufacturing, heavy equipment, energy, aerospace, or comparable technical environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical instructions.
- Practical experience using precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, Vernier gauges, and dial indicators.
- Ability to inspect, assemble, repair, and troubleshoot mechanical equipment or components.
- Strong commitment to safe working practices, quality standards, and accurate documentation.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a workshop team and communicate clearly with colleagues and supervisors.
- Practical problem-solving capability and willingness to contribute to continuous improvement.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with pressure equipment or hydraulic systems.
- Experience with equipment testing or Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
- Previous experience within oil and gas, energy equipment, heavy machinery, industrial manufacturing, or another relevant engineering environment.
- Experience with structured problem-solving or root-cause analysis techniques.
- Working knowledge of standard computer applications used for documentation and reporting.
Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.
We Power the Industry that Powers the World Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success—now and in the future.
Global Family
We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.
Purposeful Innovation
Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.
Service Above All
This drives us to anticipate our customers’ needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.
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