Service Technician

Verto People, Ltd.; Portsmouth; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established service provider is seeking a Service Technician for the Southeast U.S. This role involves diagnosing, servicing, and repairing centrifugal and oil-free compressor systems, with responsibilities including preventative maintenance and customer communication. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with compressor systems and strong troubleshooting skills. Benefits include competitive pay, a fully maintained service truck, and significant bonus potential.

Benefits

3 weeks’ paid vacation from day one

401(k) plan

Employee ownership payout program

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with centrifugal compressors.
• Experience with multi-stage, integrally-geared, and turbo compressor systems.
• Professional, reliable, and self-directed in the field.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, service, and repair centrifugal and oil-free compressor systems.
• Service and maintain desiccant dryer systems and related air-treatment equipment.
• Provide clear communication to customers on system condition and repair requirements.

Skills

Hands-on experience with centrifugal compressors

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Job description

Service Technician – Compressed Air Systems
Location: Remote Southeast U.S. (TN, KY, VA, AL, GA, NC, SC, WV)

Service Technician / Field Service Engineer / Compressor Technician required to join a long-established provider of compressed air and flow solutions.

This business supports a full range of centrifugal and oil-free compressor technologies, including multi-stage centrifugal compressors, integrally geared compressors, high-speed turbo compressors, and rotary screw units, along with desiccant dryer systems and associated air-treatment components. With continued growth across the Southeast region, they are expanding their field service capability to support a growing customer base.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced compressor technician to join a stable, well-supported team, carrying out diagnostics, repairs, rebuilds, and preventative maintenance on high-speed centrifugal compressor equipment and desiccant dryers.

Service Technician / Field Service Engineer / Compressor Technician

Compensation:

• $40–$55 per hour (depending on experience) + overtime
• Fully maintained service truck provided
• Laptop, iPad, and mobile phone provided
• 3 weeks’ paid vacation from day one
• 401(k) plan
• Employee ownership payout program (significant bonus potential with tenure)
• Referral bonus program

Service Technician / Field Service Engineer / Compressor Technician

Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, service, and repair centrifugal and oil-free compressor systems.
• Work on multi-stage centrifugal, integrally geared, and turbo compressor units.
• Service and maintain desiccant dryer systems and related air-treatment equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting on rotating equipment.
• Support rebuilds, overhauls, and performance checks on compressor systems.
• Provide clear communication to customers on system condition and repair requirements.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and parts usage reports.
• Operate independently in the field, managing daily schedules and customer visits.
• Respond to urgent and emergency repair needs when required.

Service Technician / Field Service Engineer / Compressor Technician

Requirements:

• Strong hands-on experience with centrifugal compressors.
• Experience with multi-stage, integrally-geared, and turbo compressor systems.
• Background servicing rotary screw compressors is beneficial.
• Experience working with desiccant dryer systems preferred.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical manuals.
• Professional, reliable, and self-directed in the field.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel across the Southeast region.