Field Service Technician, Intermediate

Kodiak Gas•San Angelo, TX

22h

About The Position

Kodiak Gas Services is hiring an intermediate-level Field Service Technician responsible for one or more operational compression jobs. The position has direct responsibility for operating compressor packages, gas processes, and rental equipment, and provides feedback to support the development of location operating policies and material forecasts for assigned units. The technician has intermediate diagnostic and repair skills and may occasionally backfill or assist other field positions. The role requires troubleshooting complex repairs and major equipment overhauls, maintaining customer relationships, managing parts and supply inventory in coordination with Supply Chain, and taking corrective actions to achieve 98% or better mechanical availability. The technician attends HSE meetings, follows HSE protocols, keeps assigned units clean and presentable, and completes reports and other actions required by local operating procedures and policies. The position provides 24/7 coverage and requires overtime and on-call rotations, including work outside regular hours, weekends, and holidays. Kodiak highlights internal professional development and training and describes its benefits package as industry-leading.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of Kodiak’s Short Service Employee (SSE) program, plus a minimum of 1–2 years in an entry-level Field Technician role.
At least 3 years of total 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.
Proficiency with 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 operate heavy equipment; stand for up to 75% of the time and sit for up to 25% of the time; climb ladders or stairs and maintain balance without assistance; communicate and respond to coworkers, customers, and emergency cues or alarms in person and by telephone, including through mobile devices; frequently lift at least 10 pounds and occasionally lift more than 50 pounds; work in high noise environments above 85 dBA with ear protection, around hazardous chemicals, and outdoors in extreme heat and cold; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, including in tight or confined spaces.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including fire-retardant clothing, hard hats, face shields, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.
Frequently type and use computers and office equipment such as copiers, printers, calendars, and telephones.

Nice To Haves

OEM training, trade school, or 2 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 operation.
Build and maintain customer relationships.
Analyze parts and supply inventory and communicate with Supply Chain to ensure adequate parts for optimal job performance.
Take corrective actions necessary to maintain guaranteed mechanical availability of 98% or better.
Attend and participate in HSE meetings and ensure adherence 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 and work overtime and on-call rotations, including after-hours, weekends, and holidays.
Perform additional tasks as assigned.
Occasionally backfill and assist other field positions.