[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All ONEOK jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oneok/) · [Search jobs](/search/) ONEOK · Watford City, ND # Mechanic - Associate Watford City, ND $65,000.00 - $97,000.00 Skilled Trades & Maintenance Listed on ONEOK’s official careers site. Posted October 7, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on ONEOK’s careers site →](https://oneok.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/ONEOK/job/Watford-City-ND/Mechanic---Associate_R8898-2) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [ONEOK](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oneok/) / Mechanic - Associate ## Job description #WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused. ### JOB SUMMARY Launch your mechanical maintenance career with ONEOK as a Mechanic - Associate in Watford City, North Dakota. In this hands-on role, you will assist with the inspection, maintenance, installation, and repair of critical equipment that supports natural gas gathering, processing, compression, and pipeline operations. Working alongside experienced mechanics, you will help maintain engines, compressors, pumps, generators, valves, and other fixed and rotating equipment while ensuring safe, reliable operations across our facilities and field locations. This position is ideal for mechanically inclined individuals with experience using hand and power tools and performing equipment maintenance and repairs. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and servicing equipment, maintaining maintenance records and inspection reports, securing parts and supplies, and supporting daily operational needs within the coverage area. Success in this role requires a strong commitment to safety, the ability to read and interpret technical documents and equipment manuals, and the willingness to respond to operational needs in a fast-paced field environment. This role is based on-site in Watford City, ND, and candidates must reside within approximately one hour of the reporting location. The expected schedule consists of four 10-hour days, working either Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday, with participation in an on-call rotation from Wednesday to Wednesday approximately once every 11 weeks. Day travel throughout the coverage area is required. In addition to a competitive compensation package, this position includes a $1,500 monthly geographical allowance, eligibility for a 7% short-term incentive plan, and 6% profit sharing, providing employees the opportunity to share in the company's success while building a rewarding career with a leading energy infrastructure company. Job Profile Summary Assist with activities related to mechanical work on equipment at compressor, pipeline, storage, gathering, fractionation and/or gas processing facilities. ### Essential Functions and Responsibilities - Assist with mechanical work on fixed and rotating equipment at various locations including, but not limited to: Internal combustion, diesel, natural gas powered engines and electrical drivers Compressors, pumps, generators, turbines, valves, electrical equipment, and well equipment Service, maintain, install and repair structural, mechanical, electrical and/or well equipment - Order and/or secure parts and supplies - Maintain, prepare and/or interpret reports and/or records including, but not limited to: Work logs and service orders Inspection reports Engine/equipment maintenance and repair records Pressure readings Material and supply orders Engine and compressor oil analysis reports - Drive and ensure maintenance is complete on company vehicles Responsibilities may include Department of Transportation (DOT) covered functions, including operations, maintenance, or emergency response on a pipeline. Job duties also require the employee to be alert and respond immediately to dangerous or hazardous conditions, and where impaired performance, or failure to follow safety precautions, could result in serious injury or property damage. ### Education None Required. - Work Experience Experience in use and function of hand and power tools and equipment applicable to position Experience servicing, maintaining and repairing equipment Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of: ordering and/or securing parts and supplies - Knowledge of: reading and interpreting work and repair orders, drawings, charts, diagrams, dials, gauges, warranties, quotations, procedures and equipment manuals - Ability to: apply addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, decimals, and percentages - Ability to: understand and comply with the company and/or governmental operating/safety policies and procedures - Ability to: communicate and/or exchange information and instructions - Ability to: operate tools and equipment - Ability to: work in confined areas - Ability to: react immediately to emergency situation to prevent injury to self and others - Ability to: perform precise tuning/timing work - Ability to: utilize fine motor skills for making minute adjustments Licenses and Certifications None required ### Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work. Strength Factor Description ### Physical Demands/Requirements Standing - Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Frequently) ### Walking Moving about on foot (Frequently) ### Sitting Remaining in a seated position (Occasionally) ### Lifting Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally) ### Carrying Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally) ### Pushing Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally) ### Pulling Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally) ### Climbing Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally) ### Balancing Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Constantly) ### Stooping Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally) ### Kneeling Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally) ### Crouching Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally) ### Crawling Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Constantly) ### Reaching Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly) ### Handling Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly) ### Fingering Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly) ### Feeling Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly) ### Talking Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently) ### Hearing Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently) ### Tasting/Smelling (Occasionally) ### Near Vision Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly) ### Far Vision Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Constantly) ### Depth Perception Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Constantly) ### Vision Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly) Working Conditions/Environment Employee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Working Conditions Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently) Outdoor weather conditions (Occasionally) Wet or humid conditions (not weather related) (Occasionally) Extreme cold (not weather related) (Occasionally) Extreme heat (not weather related) (Occasionally) Dust, fumes, gases (Occasionally) Moving mechanical parts (Occasionally) Potential electric shock (Occasionally) Prolonged exposure to vibration (Occasionally) High pitched noises/loud noises (Occasionally) Unprotected heights (Occasionally) Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly) CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly) Travel Travel to other locations required Driving Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law. The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK. ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547​. Expected Salary Range $65,000.00 - $97,000.00 ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 7, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 11 days - Location: Watford City, ND - Pay: $65,000.00 - $97,000.00[Apply on ONEOK’s careers site →](https://oneok.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/ONEOK/job/Watford-City-ND/Mechanic---Associate_R8898-2) ## More jobs at ONEOK ### [Instrumentation and Electrical Technician Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oneok/jobs/2389886debd5318a9a80/) Watford City, ND ### [Measurement Technician - Senior](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oneok/jobs/2db4f97f561fb7b56f57/) Watford City, ND ### [Mechanic - Intermediate](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oneok/jobs/c4529c6f59778314c3c8/) Watford City, ND ### [Mechanic - Senior](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oneok/jobs/5bae488c4b881171b51b/) Watford City, ND ### [Plant Operator Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/oneok/jobs/15d607eb5de9ba47560d/) Watford City, ND ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Maintenance Mechanic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/5668ae242f10d71b79b5/) Cargill · Hutchinson, Kansas ### [Maintenance Mechanic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/b77d4a41e50e6dd62a67/) Cargill · Lititz, Pennsylvania ### [HVAC Mechanic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/49fba3ef5077e1df824c/) Lockheed Martin · Orlando, FL ### [Logistics/Maintenance Mechanic](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kroger/jobs/d156eaad1eb9514ce7df/) Kroger · United States [Skilled Trades & Maintenance jobs](/functions/skilled-trades-maintenance/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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