Field Service Technician, Intermediate

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Directs, coordinates, and performs the job activities in a manner consistent with Kodiak’s procedures, goals and objectives.
• Troubleshoots some complex repairs and major equipment overhauls and operations.
• Builds and maintains customer relationships.
• Analyzes the job parts and supply inventory to effectively communicate with Supply Chain, ensuring a sufficient level of parts for optimal job performance.
• Takes all corrective actions necessary to insure guaranteed 98% or better mechanical availability of equipment.
• Attends and participates in all HSE meetings and ensures adherence to all HSE protocols.
• Maintains assigned units in a clean and presentable condition.
• Completes the proper reports and actions required by the area’s operating procedures/policies.
• Works 24/7 coverage.
• Works overtime and is available for on-call rotations.
• Completes additional tasks as assigned.

Education, Experience And Training

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred- OEM, Trade School or 2 plus years comparable work experience in a related field/industry.
• Successful completion of Kodiak’s Short Service Employee (SSE) program, plus (a minimum of) 1-2 years in an entry level Field Technician role.
• 3 plus years (in total) of compression process, production, and equipment related experience and/or training.
• Electrical Troubleshooting skills.
• Main competencies: teamwork, effective communication, both written and oral, analytical capability, Strong mechanical aptitude, self-motivation and self-control, initiative, planning and problem solving, and customer focus.
• Possess advanced knowledge of compressor packages, including all components and systems and mechanics of motor compressors (Waukesha, Ariel, Caterpillar, etc.).
• Working knowledge of relevant HSE procedures and regulations.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) proficiency.
• Valid Driver’s License, with MVR within acceptable parameters of Company Policy.
• Cat Certification preferred.
• Ariel Certification preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Physical Demands

• Requires operation of heavy equipment.
• Requires employee to stand for up to 75% of the time.
• Requires employee to sit for up to 25% of the time.
• Requires employee to climb ladders or stairs to inspecting, repairing, and painting equipment and must be able to maintain balance on stairs and/or ladders without assistance.
• Must be able to communicate and respond to coworkers, customers, and emergency cues/alarms, in person and on the telephone, including use of mobile devices.
• Frequent lifting at least 10 pounds, infrequent lifting of > 50 lbs.
• High noise environment (>85dbA) will occur with ear protection.
• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Requires work in outdoor conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold.
• Requires moving and maintaining self in different positions—stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Must wear all required PPE, including fire-retardant clothing, hard hats, face shields, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.
• Requires an employee to frequently type and use computer and other office equipment such as a copier, printer, calendar, telephone, etc.