Compression Technician

Certarus Ltd.•Midland, TX

About The Position

Certarus is a North American provider of low-carbon energy solutions through compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen. The Compression Technician contributes to preventive and corrective maintenance, application, start-up, and commissioning of the company’s CNG compression assets. The role requires practical and theoretical knowledge of gas compression, mechanical systems, instrumentation, automation, and operations, and supports safe operation and best practices for CNG equipment. The position reports directly to the Lead Compression Technician. The role involves daily regional travel between Certarus compression hubs, with possible travel outside the assigned region. The work schedule is 14 days on and 14 days off.

Requirements

A minimum of 3–5 years of field-service gas-compressor experience.
Excellent organizational, technical communication, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others and deal tactfully with a wide range of personalities.
Exceptional work ethic and a positive, analytical, and safety-oriented work attitude.
Basic skills using computer-based programs such as MS 365.
Ability to communicate in English.

Nice To Haves

Natural gas compression training and additional OEM or industry training may be beneficial in lieu of experience.
Experience with Waukesha VGF and Ariel systems.

Responsibilities

Safely and consistently maintain the company’s permanent and portable CNG compression equipment.
Inspect used parts and determine changes in dimensional requirements using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
Troubleshoot repetitive and intermittent performance issues at the component level.
Perform electrical, PLC, and instrumentation troubleshooting when necessary.
Commission new compression assets and conduct end-of-service inspections.
Help maintain an effective inventory of spare parts and materials.
Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends, and enter reports into the CMMS.
Maintain the CMMS on an ongoing basis.
Participate in and support maintenance program development.
Contribute to team efforts by completing related tasks as needed.
Maintain a high level of equipment housekeeping.
Perform other duties as assigned.