Field Service Technician, Entry

Kodiak Gas Services • Midland, TX

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About The Position

Entry-level position responsible for one or more operational compression jobs, with direct responsibility for operating compressor packages, gas processes, and rental equipment. The technician provides feedback to help develop location operating policies and material forecasts for assigned units, and has intermediate diagnostic and repair skills. The role may occasionally backfill and assist other field positions.

The technician directs, coordinates, and performs job activities in accordance with Kodiak procedures, goals, and objectives. The role includes troubleshooting complex repairs and major equipment overhauls and operations, maintaining customer relationships, managing parts and supply inventory in coordination with Supply Chain, and taking corrective actions to achieve at least 98% mechanical equipment availability. The technician participates in HSE meetings, follows HSE protocols, maintains assigned units in clean and presentable condition, and completes required reports and operating-procedure actions. The position provides 24/7 coverage and requires overtime and on-call rotations, including work after regular hours, on weekends, and on holidays.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year total of compression process, production, and equipment-related experience and/or training.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Advanced knowledge of compressor packages, including components, systems, and motor-compressor mechanics (such as Waukesha, Ariel, and Caterpillar).
• Working knowledge of relevant HSE procedures and regulations.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license and a Motor Vehicle Record within the acceptable parameters of Company policy.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Teamwork, effective written and oral communication, analytical capability, strong mechanical aptitude, self-motivation and self-control, initiative, planning and problem-solving, and customer focus.
• Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including operating heavy equipment, climbing, lifting, working in outdoor and confined environments, and wearing required PPE.

Nice To Haves

• OEM training, trade school, or one or more years of comparable work experience in a related field or industry.
• Cat Certification.
• Waukesha Certification.
• Ariel Certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct, coordinate, and perform job activities in accordance with Kodiak procedures, goals, and objectives.
• Troubleshoot complex repairs and perform major equipment overhauls and operations.
• Build and maintain customer relationships.
• Analyze job parts and supply inventory and communicate with Supply Chain to ensure sufficient parts for optimal job performance.
• Take corrective actions necessary to ensure at least 98% mechanical availability of equipment.
• Attend and participate in HSE meetings and adhere to HSE protocols.
• Maintain assigned units in a clean and presentable condition.
• Complete reports and actions required by area operating procedures and policies.
• Provide 24/7 coverage.
• Work overtime and participate in on-call rotations, including work after regular hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Best benefits package in the industry, as described by the employer.
• Internal professional development and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED