Role Summary/Purpose

The Yard Technician will perform a variety of duties to support efficient and safe operations of the Yard. They will perform assignments as directed by the crew chief and yard managers, plus other assignments as required. They will work effectively with other work groups: Safety, Sales, Maintenance, other personnel, and Management.

Essential Responsibilities

In the role of Yard Technician, you will:

• Perform duties which may involve some technical elements but primarily focused on loading and/or unloading parts, equipment, and deliveries
• Play a role in hands-on and directly manipulate equipment, machinery, or systems requiring precise instrumentation / operation
• Be trained in operating more than one type of equipment or combinations of equipment / processes (level is determined by competency development program)
• Assist in helping to keep the yard organized, inventories, and in safe working order
• Assist with the transfer of parts and equipment from one area to another in the shops and yard
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED from an accredited school or institution
• Work overtime, weekends and holidays, as required
• Work at heights
• Mechanical aptitude
• Carry various pieces of the pumping unit of substantial weight
• Work in a constant pushing, pulling, lifting, stretching, bending, and other physical activities
• Be in the yard environment a minimum of 8 hours per day, primarily standing and sitting, as required
• Lift objects weighing up to 40 lbs.
• Be subjected to extreme heat and cold for extended periods of time
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Lufkin Industries will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. There are two available positions for this opening.

Lufkin’s proud past extends back to the early 20th century when the Lufkin Foundry manufactured railroad and sawmill equipment. The company expanded soon after by pioneering oilfield pumping units in the 1920s. Today, Lufkin is a world leader in its field, providing precision-engineered oilfield equipment, products, and services to customers around the globe.

Lufkin Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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