Posted:
2/23/2026, 6:49:08 AM
Location(s):
Texas, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Operations & Logistics
Career Area:
OperationsJob Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
About SPM Oil & Gas
SPM Oil & Gas, a Caterpillar company, provides superior products and service solutions to make our customers more efficient and lower total cost of ownership. Globally, we deliver engineered oilfield and drilling equipment repair and certification, mechanical and rotating equipment repairs and upgrades, rapid prototyping of spare parts, robust asset management, operation and maintenance and field engineering services. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across a variety of technical and business roles in engineering and service locations worldwide. Join our team and help build engineering solutions that change the industry.
Job Summary:
SPM Oil & Gas currently has an opening for a field service technician. The Field Service Technician I supports safe and efficient field operations by assisting with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of pressure control, frac, flowline and safety restraint equipment. Technicians at this level build foundational technical skills and perform routine operational tasks, while providing high‑quality service delivery, equipment reliability, and customer satisfaction in alignment with SPM Oil & Gas standards.
Company Service Trucks will be assigned to employees based on qualifications and business needs.
The standard work schedule is on call 24/7 14 days on and 7 days off.
What you will do:
Safely install, remove, repair, operate, and service pressure control, frac, flowline, and safety restraint equipment at customer locations
Perform pre-checks on all equipment and processes prior to job start
Make repairs to equipment, including valves, spools, chokes, actuators, and related equipment
Inspect, rebuild, test, and troubleshoot equipment, recommending adjustments to improve quality and efficiency
Operate equipment and materials in accordance with guidelines and standard operating procedures.
Prepare or assist in preparing JSAs (Job Safety Analysis) and perform all duties in accordance with SPM Oil & Gas safety policies
Adhere to and exercise Stop Work Authority
Provide superior customer service to internal and external customers in all field service interactions.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with customers, supervisors, and team members
Prepare or assist in preparing accurate field service documentation in an organized and legible manner
Maintain company‑supplied assets, tools, trucks, trailers, and site‑specific equipment in accordance with company policy
Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Develop working knowledge of shop functions and assist in shop activities as needed
Must be available for 24‑hour on‑call support to meet customer service needs during scheduled work rotations
Perform other duties as assigned
What you will have:
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to learn technical equipment operation and maintenance
One to two years of related experience and/or training; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Must be authorized to operate a company vehicle
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Have a clean driving record, which generally means:
No more than (2) moving violations within the last 12 months.
No more than three (3) moving violations in the past three (3) years.
Physical Demands:
Frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms
Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
About Caterpillar
Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we have been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Please ensure you frequently check the e-mail account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process.
This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.Caterpillar.com/Careers.
Summary Pay Range:
$21.90 - $29.35Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
February 23, 2026 - March 1, 2026Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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Website: https://caterpillar.com/
Headquarter Location: Peoria Heights, Illinois, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1925
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Construction ⋅ Machinery Manufacturing ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ Mechanical Engineering