Field Service Technician- Rotator
USA Compression · Carlsbad, NM · 1 mo ago
EngineeringTemporary
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive, corrective, and major maintenance on natural gas compression equipment (engines, compressors, coolers, and related systems).
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues to restore equipment performance.
- Conduct engine overhauls, compressor rebuilds, and component replacements.
- Support start-up, shutdowns, commissioning, and optimization activities.
- Travel to assigned districts to provide temporary coverage, assist with backlogs, or support new equipment deployments.
- Respond to call-outs and emergency situations during rotation.
- Adapt to varying equipment packages, customer sites, and operating conditions.
- Submit accurate maintenance reports, expense reports, timesheets and other necessary paperwork daily.
Qualifications
- Solid professional communication/interface skills with customer field personnel, onsite vendors, and other employees.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with experience in engines, rotating equipment, or heavy machinery.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and service bulletins.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to travel extensively and work a rotational schedule.
- Ability to work independently in outdoor, remote, and sometimes harsh environments.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.
Work Environment
- Typically, an FST’s work day consists of driving a USA Compression service vehicle to customer locations to perform repair and maintenance activities.
- The role rotates 14 days on/off away from home to our workplace.
- This position is 100% on-site and field-based; no remote or hybrid options.
- Some exposure to high noise levels in excess of 85dBA that require ear protection, as well as exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and materials.
- Extensive travel required during rotation; lodging provided per company policy.
- Exposure to outdoor weather, rotating equipment, and industrial environments.