Lead EST Field Technician

About the role

Lead field crews executing emissions reduction and mechanical upgrade projects on reciprocating compression equipment throughout North America.

Take ownership of installations, commissioning, start-ups, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and major repairs while ensuring every project is completed safely and efficiently.

Diagnose complex mechanical issues and implement solutions that maximize equipment reliability and customer uptime.

Partner directly with customers, field operations, engineering, and project teams to ensure successful execution from project kickoff through completion.

Monitor equipment performance, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend solutions that improve operational efficiency.

Lead daily safety discussions, conduct jobsite inspections, and champion Cooper's commitment to a safety-first culture.

Mentor technicians, share best practices, and help develop the next generation of field service talent.

Represent Cooper Machinery Services as a trusted technical expert, delivering exceptional customer service on every assignment.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crews executing emissions reduction and mechanical upgrade projects on reciprocating compression equipment throughout North America.
• Take ownership of installations, commissioning, start-ups, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and major repairs while ensuring every project is completed safely and efficiently.
• Diagnose complex mechanical issues and implement solutions that maximize equipment reliability and customer uptime.
• Partner directly with customers, field operations, engineering, and project teams to ensure successful execution from project kickoff through completion.
• Monitor equipment performance, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend solutions that improve operational efficiency.
• Lead daily safety discussions, conduct jobsite inspections, and champion Cooper's commitment to a safety-first culture.
• Mentor technicians, share best practices, and help develop the next generation of field service talent.
• Represent Cooper Machinery Services as a trusted technical expert, delivering exceptional customer service on every assignment.

Requirements

• 10+ years of hands-on experience working with reciprocating engines and compression equipment in the oil and gas industry.
• Hands-on Electrical and Controls experience supporting reciprocating compression equipment and are comfortable performing mechanical and controls-related upgrades as part of emissions reduction projects.
• Successfully led field crews and know how to keep projects moving while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
• Thrive in the field, enjoy solving difficult technical problems, and remain calm under pressure.
• Take pride in delivering outstanding customer service and building lasting customer relationships.
• Communicate effectively with customers, teammates, and leadership while producing clear and accurate service documentation.
• Enjoy mentoring others and leading by example.
• Willing to travel extensively (200-300 days annually) and embrace the variety that comes with supporting customers across North America.
• Dependable, adaptable, and driven to deliver results without sacrificing safety or quality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience with Cooper-Bessemer™, Ajax™, Superior™, Gemini™, Caterpillar, Clark, Waukesha, or other reciprocating compression platforms.
• Strong understanding of engine balancing, alignment, commissioning, and equipment documentation.
• Previous experience leading complex field service or special project teams.
• Experience supporting customer turnarounds and outage planning.

Skills

• Leadership skills
• Technical expertise in reciprocating engines and compression equipment
• Problem-solving abilities
• Customer service skills
• Mentoring and coaching skills
• Travel and adaptability

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability coverage
• Voluntary life, AD&D, and long-term disability buy-up plan
• Voluntary benefit plans including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance plans
• 401(k) with up to 5% company match, employees are 100% vested on Day 1
• Maternity and parental leave, Arc Fertility Benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Extensive travel (200-300 days annually) with some domestic and international assignments.