What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Commissioning Technician position at Udelhoven?
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North Slope , Alaska
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Mar 3, 2025
Job Title: Mechanical Commissioning Technician
Location: North Slope, AK – 3x3 Rotation
Reports to: Project Manager
Salary Range: $65 - $80 p/hour
Food / Lodging: Provided
Who We Are:
Udelhoven Oilfield System Services, Inc. (UOSS) is an industrial and commercial construction company that operates in Alaska and Texas. We have been in business for over 50 years, established on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula in 1970. We are a company with a safety-first culture who strives to be number one in reputation with our employee first culture and our clients.
What You Will Do:
Udelhoven is a company built on a foundation of integrity, professionalism, and quality. We value teamwork above individual effort and, as a collective, pursue excellence. We are seeking an FCO technician with extensive industry experience.
The Mechanical Commissioning Technician is responsible for the testing and commissioning of mechanical systems and equipment, particularly in industrial settings. This role involves the assembly, alignment, and installation of heavy machinery, conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and other mechanical components. The technician ensures that all equipment operates according to specifications, meets safety standards, and is ready for efficient and reliable operation. The Mechanical Commissioning Technician will work closely with engineers, contractors, and other technical teams to complete commissioning processes in accordance with project timelines and quality standards.
Essential Duties:
Required Experience:
Location: North Slope, AK – 3x3 Rotation
Reports to: Project Manager
Salary Range: $65 - $80 p/hour
Food / Lodging: Provided
Who We Are:
Udelhoven Oilfield System Services, Inc. (UOSS) is an industrial and commercial construction company that operates in Alaska and Texas. We have been in business for over 50 years, established on Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula in 1970. We are a company with a safety-first culture who strives to be number one in reputation with our employee first culture and our clients.
What You Will Do:
Udelhoven is a company built on a foundation of integrity, professionalism, and quality. We value teamwork above individual effort and, as a collective, pursue excellence. We are seeking an FCO technician with extensive industry experience.
The Mechanical Commissioning Technician is responsible for the testing and commissioning of mechanical systems and equipment, particularly in industrial settings. This role involves the assembly, alignment, and installation of heavy machinery, conveyors, pumps, motors, gearboxes, and other mechanical components. The technician ensures that all equipment operates according to specifications, meets safety standards, and is ready for efficient and reliable operation. The Mechanical Commissioning Technician will work closely with engineers, contractors, and other technical teams to complete commissioning processes in accordance with project timelines and quality standards.
Essential Duties:
- Assemble, align, and commission mechanical systems and equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, cranes, and other heavy machinery.
- Perform pre-commissioning checks to verify that all mechanical components are installed correctly and meet manufacturer specifications.
- Conduct thorough testing of mechanical systems, ensuring that they operate efficiently, safely, and according to project specifications.
- Perform alignment, calibration, and balancing of equipment as required.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues during installation, testing, and commissioning, and implement effective solutions to address system inefficiencies.
- Review and interpret mechanical schematics, drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate system setup and integration with other equipment.
- Collaborate with engineers and other technicians to verify proper system performance and resolve discrepancies or issues.
- Perform startup and functional tests to ensure that systems meet performance criteria.
- Document commissioning activities, test results, and any discrepancies or changes to the original plans.
- Ensure all systems are compliant with safety regulations, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and other safety protocols.
- Work with electrical and control systems teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of mechanical systems with other building and plant systems.
- Provide training and support to operators and other personnel on the proper operation and maintenance of commissioned equipment.
- Monitor system performance and make adjustments as necessary to ensure long-term reliability and efficiency.
Required Experience:
- High school diploma or GED.
- A minimum of five (5) years’ experience required.
- Experience working with or as a site automation engineer.
- North Slope Training Cooperative (NSTC) safety training certification.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
- Preference given to candidates with experience in commissioning, testing, or maintaining industrial systems or equipment within the Arctic oil and gas sector.
Udelhoven Oilfield System Services is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Salary : $65 - $80
