Field Technician Dammam

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Monthly Base Salary: SAR 4462 - SAR 5200 (depending on experience)

Benefits: Housing / Transportation allowance Medical insurance Group Life insurance 30 calendar days annual leave end of service award

Location: Dammam 2nd Industrial City (Eastern Region)

About the role:

SPM Oil & Gas is developing in-Kingdom workshop capability to support flow iron treating iron and well service equipment used in critical oilfield operations. We are looking for multi-skilled mechanically minded Workshop & Field Technicians who want to build long-term careers with a global energy technology leader.

This role is primarily focused on flow iron and treating iron inspection maintenance and full recertification cycles while also supporting pump rebuilds and other SPM well service equipment as workshop demand requires

Role Summary

The Workshop Technician is responsible for the safe compliant disassembly inspection repair testing recertification and reassembly of SPM and customer-owned equipment including:

• Flow iron and treating iron
• High-pressure connections and valves
• Well service and frac-related equipment
• Selected pump components and assemblies

All work is performed in accordance with SPM and Caterpillar Safety Quality and Operational Standards as well as Saudi Aramco and local regulatory requirements where applicable.

What You Will Do

Flow Iron & Treating Iron (Primary Scope)

• Perform full recertification cycles on flow iron and treating iron including:
  • Complete strip-down and cleaning
  • Detailed visual and dimensional inspection
  • Identification of erosion corrosion deformation or damage
  • Repair or replacement of components as required
  • Correct reassembly and torqueing in line with procedures
• Conduct and support pressure testing and functional testing of iron connections and assemblies.
• Maintain accurate inspection test and certification records including serial numbers and traceability.
• Prepare recertified equipment for storage or dispatch in line with preservation and load-out standards

Pump & Well Service Equipment (Secondary / Development Scope)

• Support pump maintenance and rebuild activities (e.g. frac or well service pumps) under guidance from senior technicians and supervisors.
• Assist with:
  • Mechanical strip-down and rebuild activities
  • Replacement of wear components
  • Alignment assembly and basic inspections
• Gain exposure to wider SPM well service equipment building capability as an all-round workshop technician.

Workshop Operations & Safety

• Work strictly in compliance with SPM / Caterpillar HSE quality and process controls.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping tool control and workshop organisation.
• Correctly use lifting equipment pressure test equipment and calibrated tools.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions equipment issues or non-conformances.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop

Teamwork & Communication

• Work effectively as part of a workshop team to meet turnaround time and quality targets.
• Communicate clearly with supervisors regarding job status technical findings and parts requirements.
• Demonstrate a proactive attitude toward learning skills development and cross-training

What Will Put You Ahead (Qualifications & Experience)

• Saudi National.
• Diploma vocational qualification or practical apprenticeship in mechanical industrial or oilfield maintenance.
• 13 years experience in a workshop plant or oilfield environment.
• Basic mechanical knowledge (tools torqueing inspection techniques basic drawings).
• Ability to follow procedures and work safely in a pressure-equipment environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 25 years hands-on experience with one or more of the following:
  • Flow iron / treating iron
  • Frac or well service equipment
  • Valves pressure control equipment or pumps
• Exposure to pressure testing recertification or inspection processes.
• Prior experience working to oil & gas or Saudi Aramco standards is an advantage.
• English speaking & reading ability (technical procedures and training materials)

Personal Attributes:

• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new equipment.
• Reliable punctual and disciplined.
• Team-focused with a positive respectful attitude.
• Comfortable working to deadlines in a workshop environment

What We Offer:

From day one youre set up to thrive at Caterpillar: helpful training relatable mentors global experience competitive salary package work-life balance and the growth opportunities you expect with a Fortune 100 company.

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