Field Service Technician Intermediate

Archrock•West Alexander, WA

About The Position

Performs maintenance and repair activities on gas compression and/or process equipment at customer locations, as directed. The technician works independently on most call-outs and diagnoses and repairs mechanical problems across multiple compressor configurations. Major maintenance, overhauls, and mobilization/demobilization are performed as part of a team. The role requires maintaining a safe, organized work environment and submitting accurate, timely documentation. The technician must follow company health, safety, and environmental policies and applicable local, statutory, and regulatory requirements. The position involves extensive travel, driving and working in inclement weather for extended periods, and regularly responding to after-hours requests on an on-call basis. The technician may serve as a resource to less experienced colleagues and assist with their training or mentoring.

Requirements

Typically at least 3 years of experience with natural gas engines and compressors, and a working knowledge of production equipment.
Ability to accurately and efficiently diagnose and repair mechanical problems on multiple compressor configurations.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance without guidance and with minimal call-outs due to poor maintenance work.
Ability to perform major maintenance, overhauls, and mobilization/demobilization as part of a team.
Demonstrated customer service skills.
Ability to read, write, and speak English for work orders, manuals, and related materials.
Ability to follow health, safety, and environmental procedures.
Intermediate computer skills, including engine-specific software (Cat and Waukesha), Internet Explorer, and Outlook.
Knowledge of gas engines and compressors, electrical systems, panel boards, skid wiring, control systems, and end devices, acquired through Compressor 101, equivalent training, or performance verification.
Basic knowledge of troubleshooting telematics.
Working knowledge of relevant health, safety, and environmental procedures and regulations.
General understanding of customer production equipment, scrubbers, on-skid and off-skid systems, and compressor processes and operation.
Knowledge of company maintenance standards checklists and ability to follow them accurately and completely.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
Must be fit for duty for assigned job tasks and meet medical requirements for required personal protective equipment, including respiratory protection when applicable.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent driving, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, crawling, and climbing.
Ability to travel extensively and drive and work in inclement weather for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Gas or diesel engine and compressor school or training preferred.
Knowledge of some new technologies.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe and well-organized work environment.
Perform most call-outs without assistance from a technical expert.
Diagnose and repair mechanical problems on multiple compressor configurations.
Perform preventative maintenance independently and minimize call-outs caused by poor maintenance work.
Perform major maintenance, overhauls, and mobilization/demobilization as part of a team.
Complete and submit required company documentation accurately and on time.
Follow health, safety, and environmental procedures and applicable requirements.
Respond regularly to after-hours requests on an on-call basis.
Assist in training or mentoring less experienced field service technicians when called upon.
Perform other duties as assigned.