Compression Technician

USA Career•Midland, TX

About The Position

Certarus is a North American provider of low-carbon energy solutions, delivering compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen to remote communities and industrial customers without pipeline access. The Compression Technician contributes to preventive and corrective maintenance, application, start-up, and commissioning of Certarus CNG compression assets. The technician serves as a subject matter professional in practical and theoretical aspects of gas compression, including mechanical systems, instrumentation, automation, and operation, while supporting safe operation and equipment best practices. 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. The position reports directly to the Lead Compression Technician. Certarus is an equal opportunity employer that values a diverse and inclusive culture. It offers competitive compensation, benefits and retirement plans, and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Minimum of 3–5 years of field service gas compressor experience; natural gas compression and additional OEM and industry training may be beneficial in lieu of experience.
Excellent organizational and technical communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and deal tactfully with a wide range of personalities.
Exceptional work ethic and a positive, analytical, and safe work attitude.
Basic skills using computer-based programs such as MS 365.
Ability to communicate in English.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Waukesha VGF and Ariel systems is an advantage.
Natural gas compression and additional OEM and industry training.

Responsibilities

Safely and consistently maintain the company’s permanent and portable CNG compression equipment.
Inspect used parts and establish changes in dimensional requirements using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
Troubleshoot repetitive and intermittent performance issues at the component level.
Perform broad electrical, PLC, and instrumentation troubleshooting when necessary.
Commission new compression assets and perform end-service inspections.
Contribute to maintaining 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 Computer Management Maintenance System (CMMS) on a continuous basis.
Participate in and support maintenance program development.
Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related results as needed.
Maintain a high level of equipment housekeeping.
Perform other duties as assigned.