Field Service Technician- Treating

Energy Transfer•Frierson, LA

About The Position

A Field Service Technician Treating maintains and services USA Compression equipment, reporting to the Area Service Manager (ASM). The role operates with minimal supervision and significant autonomy, with responsibility for safe scheduled maintenance, customer relationships, and first-line equipment troubleshooting. The technician helps maintain a safe, professional work environment aligned with the company’s Pillars culture. A sign-on bonus based on experience will be discussed at the time of offer. The position supports natural gas treating units and related equipment, including maintaining contractual run time, collecting operational data, coordinating maintenance and repairs, and supporting installations. The role involves regular customer interaction and collaboration with the Lead Service Technician, ASM, sales team, and parts department. Work may take place indoors at compressor stations or outdoors at sites exposed to varied weather and temperatures. The job involves heavy equipment and machinery, periodic lifting over 50 pounds, uneven terrain, climbing, and other physical activities. Some sites involve noise above 85 dBA and exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and materials; safety precautions, including hearing protection where required, are emphasized.

Requirements

Strong professional communication and customer-interface skills with customer field personnel, onsite vendors, and employees.
Technical or trade school certification, or additional work experience in a related field.
Ability to work independently and manage work with little or no supervision.
High degree of mechanical ability.
Experience reading and understanding technical manuals.
Ability to safely drive a commercial-size truck.
Valid driver’s license and a Motor Vehicle Record history acceptable to USA Compression.
Experience configuring natural gas compression equipment.
Ability and flexibility to work extended hours, including periodic on-call weekends.
Ability to understand written and verbal company and supervisor communications, including training, procedures, and instructions.
Relevant industry or equivalent work experience varies by level: Level C requires 0–2 years; Level B requires 2–4 years; Level A requires 4 or more years.
Ability to lift over 50 pounds periodically and to stand and walk on uneven terrain, climb ladders and stairs, and stoop, squat, kneel, crouch, or crawl as task requirements dictate.
Ability to work in varying temperatures and weather, and in some cases around noise over 85 dBA and potentially hazardous chemicals and materials.

Nice To Haves

At least 3–4 years of experience in gas compression.
CAT, Ariel, and/or Cummins certifications and experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure a routine maintenance plan is in place and minimize downtime on assigned equipment.
Follow the company handbook and all company or customer safety and environmental policies.
Maintain natural gas treating unit run time in accordance with contractual agreements.
Gather and prepare accurate data for reports on unit operations by required due dates.
Respond promptly to inquiries from the ASM or customers.
Oversee or participate in the installation of treating units and customer installations.
Work with the Lead Service Technician and ASM on major repairs, escalating issues as required by protocol.
Maintain and operate the company vehicle according to company guidelines.
Work with the sales team to identify new sales or equipment opportunities.
Maintain or coordinate with a parts department to ensure sufficient parts inventory for each unit.
Keep assigned units clean and maintain safe working conditions in accordance with good housekeeping rules.
Perform other duties or responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.