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OEG Energy Group
Yard Technician
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A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.
$53,675 / year median in Louisiana
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Yard Technician OEG Energy Group Lafayette, LA Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description Job details Posted 20 July 2026 LocationLafayette Job type Full-Time Discipline Cargo Logistics Reference002803 Job description Company Overview OEG is a leading energy solutions business, providing mission-critical infrastructure assets and services to the global offshore energy industry. Through our specialist divisions - topside, marine, subsea, logistics and industrials, we are a pivotal link in the global offshore energy project chain, ensuring our customers' projects are delivered safely, reliably and efficiently. Location Lafayette, Louisiana, United States. Core Purpose To maintain the CCU rental fleet by conducting regular scheduled on-site visits to inspect equipment and verify certifications and equipment conditions. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities Perform the required assembly, inspections, or repair work according to a defined schedule in a safe, clean, and organized manner. Verify that all rental equipment is cleaned, maintained, and certified as ready for use prior to shipment. Support compliance technicians and tank fleet personnel with visual inspections and basic maintenance of cargo carrying units (CCUs), tanks, and other rental fleet equipment. Troubleshoot equipment problems and provide technical support to management and customers as necessary to resolve issues. Perform regular inventory checks as directed by management. Receive and enter into the system incoming products from vendors and rental returns from customers. Prepare products for shipment by performing final inspections, packaging, and loading onto trucks. Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other material moving equipment. Assist with the safe and proper loading and unloading of equipment from trucks and trailers, ensuring all securing methods are followed. Train other Technicians as assigned by management in the features and use of company products. Maintain a neat and organized work area and return all tools and equipment to their respective storage locations at the end of a job. Perform housekeeping duties as necessary daily. Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and participation in safety meetings. Promptly report any damaged equipment, malfunctions, or unsafe working conditions to management. Offer feedback and suggestions to management on ways to improve processes, efficiency, and safety within the yard. Follow all company rules and policies regarding the safety system, while on-site at the facility, or off-site conducting company business. Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment as assigned by management. Have strong technical product knowledge, especially regarding food grinders, compactors, slings, tanks, and cargo containing units (CCUs). Have a strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving initiative. Be competent in reading and interpreting technical product drawings, customer and industry specifications, and service manuals. Report to management any system discrepancies or opportunities for improvement regarding in-house and field operations which may provide continuous improvement to the system. Be expected to effectively and professionally communicate, with management and other co-workers in order to perform the duties of this position. Be thoroughly familiar with, understand, and assist in the implementation of business policies of the company, in order to support and enhance the working environment. Understand and perform the processes as described in the position's written operating procedures and work instructions. Be aware of the concepts of the quality system and the format of