Field Service Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on natural gas compression equipment, including engines, compressors, coolers, and associated components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues to minimize downtime.
• Conduct engine overhauls, compressor rebuilds, and component replacements as needed.
• Complete start-ups, shutdowns, and commissioning activities safely and efficiently.
• Monitor equipment performance and operating conditions; identify and escalate abnormal trends.
• Respond to call-outs and emergency situations to restore equipment functionality.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with USA Compression standards, OEM specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Submit accurate maintenance reports, expense reports, timesheets and other necessary paperwork daily.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental guidelines.
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, and required training.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including service reports, work orders, and parts usage.

Customer & Team Collaboration

• Serve as the primary field contact for customers, providing professional communication and timely updates.
• Cookordinate with operations, logistics, and engineering teams to support equipment needs.
• Maintain company tools, vehicles, and equipment in clean, safe working condition.

Qualifications

• Solid professional communication/interface skills with customer field personnel, onsite vendors, and other employees.
• This role is often the USAC position with the most customer interaction. Excellent customer service and positive communication skills are critical to the success in the FST role.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• High mechanical aptitude with experience in engines, rotating equipment, or heavy machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and service bulletins.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor, remote, and sometimes harsh environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Must provide own small hand tools.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2 years of experience in gas compression with preference to CAT, Ariel and/or Cummins certifications and experience.
• Experience in midstream oil & gas field operations.
• Technical certification or vocational training in diesel, natural gas engines, or industrial maintenance.

Work Environment

• This position is 100% on-site and field-based; no remote or hybrid work is available.
• Regular travel within assigned territory; occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Exposure to outdoor weather, rotating equipment, and industrial environments.
• Some exposure to high noise levels in excess of 85dBA that require ear protection, as well as exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and materials.