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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Tech 1 Field Maintenance PDC - **Company:** Patterson-UTI Drilling Company LLC - **Location:** Saint Clairsville, OH, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Literacy, Microsoft Office, Software Maintenance, Allen-Bradley Factory Automation Equipment - **Published:** October 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=18ec149eeb8ebe95 ## About the Role * Ability to safely navigate drilling rig work sites with occasional walking, climbing, standing, stepping, etc. during normal rig operating conditions (day/night, outdoor hot/cold weather) * Ability to travel to visit drilling rig work sites and support business units; requiring extended travel to remote locations and/or overnight stay(s) outside normal office area * Ability to work a rotational schedule that can include days or nights as well as weekends, holidays, and be on call after hours * Lift and carry 50 pounds independently while walking on uneven surfaces * Bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and crawl during visits to field and operational work areas * Frequent use a variety of hand and power tools to perform a range of mechanically oriented functions including independent use of heavy-duty handheld and long-handled tools * Ability to judge near and far distances to maintain awareness of, watch, and report ongoing work activities to coworkers and third parties * Ability to listen for unusual noises that signify equipment and machinery problems * Accurate recall of information over short and long-term memory * Maintain spatial orientation and awareness to safely move around work environment with many moving objects * Stay alert and focused including during occasional extended work periods * Demonstrate clear communication skills including ability to read, write and speak English as well as understand and promptly follow verbal and written instructions in English * Ability to immediately respond to emergency situations * Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all designated times which could include but is not limited to: hard hat, safety glasses, coveralls, work gloves, respirator, and hearing protection * Possess strong interpersonal skills including ability to interact productively with coworkers and third parties; working closely with others under deadlines including time-sensitive response situations * Work with an emphasis on safety for themselves and others including coworkers and third parties * Demonstrate basic math skills * Possess basic computer skills in Microsoft Office * Ability to demonstrate proficiency in using maintenance software, updating and properly closing work orders * Ability to operate oilfield equipment, and pass all certification exams as necessary * Attend and successfully complete all additional training courses, certification courses and related work, as assigned * Ability to successfully meet pre-employment testing requirements which may include without limitation, pre-employment drug and alcohol test(s) ad background checks as well as drug and/or alcohol testing periodically during employment (subject to state and federal laws) Minimum Qualifications: All Level Requirements: * High School Diploma or GED * Must have valid state-issued driver's license and be eligible to drive Company vehicle including ability to meet requirements of Company's vehicle Use Agreement and Driving Policy, * Successful completion of technical training or advanced education courses * Control system experience in automations and electronics (Robotics and Automation Technology, Electrical Technology, etc.) * Instrumentations and electronics control system experience (Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, etc.) * Diesel technology and power generation experience Field Maintenance Technician 1: * Two (2) years stable related work history in field maintenance * Or one (1) year of troubleshooting and repair related experience and successful completion of related vocational training, * Field maintenance experience in the oil and gas or related industry * Experience with equipment maintenance to include: Caterpillar 3512 series engines, Waukesha L7044 series engines, Alta DW, F-1600 style mud pumps, Forum Catwalk, GD800 DW, ST-80, Rotary Table, Hydraulics, TDS 11 Top Drive, ADS-10SD DW, DSDG 375 DW * Experience with: Omron, Amphion, Current Power, Siemens, Function Block, Allen Bradley, ABB Drives, Woodward Easy Gen Controls, Yaskawa Drives, or other related electrical equipment ## Description * Plan appropriately to drive extended distances to rig locations and perform maintenance duties * Provide various levels of support and training to operational crews in preventative maintenance checks and services, including how to properly conduct basic and intermediate repairs * Diagnostic knowledge (basic to advanced) of mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical faults and plan coordination for the repair of the system(s) * Demonstrate knowledge (basic to advanced) in performing and accurately documenting the findings of technical level inspections on the Top Drive, Mud Pump, Iron Roughneck, Catwalk, Engines and/or electrical/VFD inspections * Various levels of participation in maintenance related projects on the rig with the rig crew or 3rd party support * Develop and monitor spare and replacement parts listing for specific equipment * Complete various levels of repairs identified during the technical level inspections * Perform various levels of trouble shooting and problem-solving on assigned equipment and assets * Provide various levels of assistance to operations in designated Maintenance/Policy implementation * Various levels of knowledge and experience repairing multiple types of oilfield drilling equipment and systems, or related equipment