Maintenance Millwright Apprentice

Summary:

FET Variperm class leading in service and supply, specializing in sand control engineering, completion and work-over tools and cased hole fishing services. Our very name derives from the concept of Variable Permeability – the ability to change permeability to control results. And that’s what we do: our customized sand control solutions allow us to respond quickly to the ever-changing variability of our customers’ vertical and horizontal well operations.

The Maintenance Millwright (Journeyperson) performs electrical and mechanical up-keep and repairs facilities, buildings, and manufacturing equipment. Troubleshoots, diagnoses and makes necessary repairs. Assists in setting up and maintaining an ongoing preventive maintenance program for the facility. Maintains an organized, safe and clean work area. Active participation in FET’s Health, Safety and Environment program is required. Other duties and special projects as assigned.

This position is based on nightshift and may require periodic weekend work as well as overtime.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Carries tools and equipment to and from storage and working areas.
• Assist dismantling and moving machines or equipment.
• Clean machines to prepare surfaces for repair.
• Utilizing precision measuring tools to align gears, shafts, and bearings.
• Fabrication & Welding: Performing layout, welding, and machining work to fabricate parts.
• Keep detailed notes and job information in a CMMS.
• Oil and grease various machinery to include maintaining and checking oil levels in forklifts.
• Clean work areas, tools and equipment.
• Repairing LP gas accessories and related PM tasks.
• HVAC / CHILLER PM tasks.
• Diagnostics of PLC / CNC / circuitry.
• Required to adhere to the Company’s ISO Quality program.
• Carry out inspections of the facilities to identify and resolve issues.
• Check electrical and hydraulic systems of buildings to ensure functionality.
• Actively maintain maintenance logs and report on daily activities.
• Provide accurate paperwork and work orders.
• Work according to company mandates for communication, meetings and projects.
• Responsible for effective record keeping, filing and other administrative duties as required.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 45lbs, and lift over 45lbs with the help of other workers, forklift, and/or overhead crane.
• Ensuring all work areas are clean and organized.
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills/Knowledge

• Capable of reading and interpreting written and verbal instructions.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as a team member.
• Must be able to work under pressure and within time constraints.
• Basic computer skills preferred.

Education

• Registered apprentice preferred or equivalent experience.

Experience

• 2+ years of previous experience in maintaining manufacturing equipment.
• Experience performing mechanical repairs for different varieties of machines.
• Prior experience and/or certification with overhead cranes and rigging.

About FET

FET (Forum Energy Technologies, Inc.) is a global company, serving the crude oil, natural gas, and renewable energy industries. FET is headquartered in Houston, TX with quality manufacturing, efficient distribution, and service facilities conveniently located to support the major energy-producing regions of the world. Forum’s products and services range from the underwater reservoir to the refinery, from the sea floor to the above ground transportation line. We pride ourselves on giving you a comprehensive offering of solutions to maximize your operations and improve your bottom line. Our customers are our partners and we work with them to solve their ever-changing challenges.

FET is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FET does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions and practices at FET are subject to the foregoing non-discrimination provisions and are based solely on merit, competence, performance, and business needs at the time.

As part of our hiring process, we may use technology, including AI-enabled tools, to help review and assess applications based on job-related criteria. All hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.