Early Career Leadership Development Program

Kodiak Gas Services•Midland, TX

About The Position

Kodiak’s Accelerated Management Program for Exposure and Development (AMPED) is a full-time, two-year rotational leadership development program intended to build industry knowledge, business understanding, and leadership potential through cross-functional rotations, training, and mentorship. Participants complete six months of supervised, hands-on operations experience and rotate through operations, general business, and operations support functions. Successful participants are expected to transition into a full-time role aligned with their strengths, interests, performance, and business needs; a management position is not guaranteed. New cohorts begin twice a year, in January and July. The program includes field operations rotations, technical training at Bears Academy, and supervised operation of mechanical equipment in various locations. Participants complete assigned rotations and development activities, safety meetings, the Short Service Employee program, required training, weekly rotational report-outs, and a capstone project at the end of each program year. Travel of 75% or more is required, including overnight stays and extended periods away from home at Kodiak offices, training locations, operating areas, and customer sites. Assignments span office, shop, and field environments; schedules vary by rotation and may include early starts, overtime, on-call rotations, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Applicants must submit a resume and unofficial transcript showing cumulative GPA and, if applicable, major GPA. The application should also include graduation date, internships, leadership, activities, community involvement, and college employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable now or in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree by the program start date in mechanical, industrial, or electrical engineering; finance; supply chain management; economics; or a related engineering or business discipline.
Cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale. A slightly lower cumulative GPA may be considered with a major GPA of at least 3.5 and strong overall qualifications.
At least one completed internship before the program start date.
Valid driver’s license and motor vehicle record meeting company policy.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English for job duties and safety communication.
Applicants must not be related to a current Kodiak employee.
Currently authorized to work in the United States; the company cannot provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Ability to travel 75% or more, including overnight stays and extended periods away from home.
Ability to meet physical and work-environment demands of office, shop, and field assignments, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work schedules that may include early starts, overtime, on-call rotations, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Leadership and involvement in athletics, student organizations, campus activities, or community service.
Employment during college while balancing academic or extracurricular commitments.
Internship experience in energy, industrial operations, engineering, finance, supply chain, or a related business environment.
Interest in the energy industry and willingness to learn in field and office settings.
Analytical thinking, practical problem solving, and sound business judgment.
Clear communication, teamwork, initiative, and openness to feedback.
Adaptability, organization, accountability, and follow-through amid changing priorities.
Basic proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and ability to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

Participate in the IGNITE program, rotating through functional areas with field operations, completing technical training at Bears Academy, and operating mechanical equipment under mentor supervision in various locations.
Complete assigned rotations, development activities, safety meetings, Kodiak’s Short Service Employee (SSE) program, and required training.
Complete weekly rotational report-outs.
Follow safety procedures, wear required personal protective equipment, and perform field tasks within the limits of training, authorization, and supervision.
Assist with equipment inspections, maintenance, basic troubleshooting, inventory, service documentation, and equipment and work area cleanliness.
Support departmental projects and daily work to understand impacts on safety, reliability, service, costs, and financial performance; analyze information, identify improvements, and present findings and recommendations to rotation leaders.
Build cross-functional relationships, communicate professionally with employees and customers, and apply feedback across rotations.
Take ownership of assigned deliverables and development goals, and perform other duties appropriate to the rotation and training level.
Complete and present a capstone project at the conclusion of each year in the program.
Travel at least 75% throughout the two-year program, including overnight stays and extended periods away from home.
Operate heavy equipment within required training, authorization, and safety procedures.