Field Service Technician Senior - Local Only

Responsibilities

• Essential Duties:
  • Maintain a safe and well‑organized work environment and model all health, safety and environmental procedures.
  • Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) to standard with no help.
  • Perform most Call Outs (CO) without assistance from a technical expert.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on multiple types of equipment including compressor packages, gas process and power generation equipment used within the region.
  • Lead a team performing Major Maintenance (MM), Overhaul and MOB / DEMOB projects to standard with limited to no assistance.
  • Complete and submit required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Non‑Essential Duties:
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Comply with the Archrock Health Safety and Environmental Policy and all local, statutory and regulatory requirements at all times.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to perform all essential duties.
• Advanced diagnostic and repair skills on multiple types of equipment including compressor packages, gas process and power generation equipment.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) to standard with no help.
• Lead a team performing Major Maintenance (MM), Overhaul and MOB / DEMOB projects with limited assistance.
• Perform compressor calculations.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills.
• Read, write and speak English for work orders, manuals, etc.
• Model all health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Use computer skills, including vendor‑specific programs (Cat, Waukesha, Ariel, Murphy, etc.), Internet Explorer and Outlook.
• Regularly complete and submit company‑required documentation accurately and promptly.
• Respond to after‑hours requests on an on‑call basis.

Knowledge:

• Thorough knowledge of gas engines and compressors, electrical systems, panel boards, controls, skid wiring, etc., through advanced training or performance verification.
• Knowledge of new technologies and ability to troubleshoot or learn them.
• Advanced troubleshooting of telematics.
• Working knowledge of relevant HSE procedures and regulations.
• General understanding of customer production equipment, scrubbers, and on/off skids.
• Full understanding of all processes and systems related to compressor operation.
• Familiarity with company maintenance standards checklists and ability to follow them accurately.
• Ability to read performance curves and make adjustments to compressor packages.

Minimum Education and Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Gas or diesel engine and compressor school/training preferred.

Minimum Experience:

• Typically at least 5 years of experience with natural gas engines and compressors, and a working knowledge of production equipment.
• Demonstrated history of successful and safe service experience.

Leadership:

• Serve as a resource for mentoring, knowledge transfer, training, and work checking.
• Occasionally lead a crew and provide technical mentoring aligned with company and OEM standards.

Physical Demands

• Fit for duty and able to meet medical requirements for required PPE, including respiratory protection.
• Good manual dexterity; frequent reaching with hands and arms.
• Constant talking and hearing.
• Frequent sitting while driving or using a PC.
• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and twisting with good balance.
• Regularly lift, move and carry up to 50 lb; push and pull up to 110 lb.
• Occasionally carry at least 40 lb with one hand for at least 10 ft.
• Occasionally crawl, climb in and around equipment, stairs, and vertical ladders.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Extensive travel; drive and work in inclement weather for extended periods.

Problem Solving and Innovation

• Resolve the majority of troubleshooting issues without assistance.
• Provide solutions to complex engine and compressor problems, requiring analysis, new approaches, planning, and resourcefulness.
• Regularly identify opportunities and propose ideas, methods, and innovations to enhance teamwork, individual development, efficiency, and quality.

Impact

Actions and decisions affect operational and financial results for the work group. Typically resolves problematic units and customer‑related issues in a timely manner, leading to fewer scheduled delays or decreased costs. Accountable for HSE, service quality, and customer satisfaction.

Freedom to Act

Receives and follows specific detailed instructions and/or procedures, yet typically works with no supervision. Follows standard practices in reviewing situations or data, selects methods, techniques, and approaches, and arranges activities to meet defined schedules within the limits of standard practice and authority.

About Us

Archrock is a premier provider of natural gas compression services to customers in the energy industry throughout the United States and a leading supplier of aftermarket services to owners of compression equipment. With approximately 1,000 employees, Archrock’s unmatched expertise is backed by more than 70 years of industry experience.

About the Team

At Archrock we value our people above the generous compensation and benefits we offer. Career paths are well defined, with room for growth and the flexibility to pursue different roles within the company. With locations across the United States, employees have the freedom to relocate if they desire.