Commissioning Technician

Kodiak Gas Services; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services is seeking a Commissioning Technician to ensure compressor units operate safely by performing assessments, calibrations, on-site testing, and data reporting. The role emphasizes customer relationship development and adherence to Kodiak procedures and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years in natural gas compression, relevant commissioning certifications, and strong mechanical aptitude. Travel will be required, with frequent on-site work and reporting duties.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in natural gas compression or related experience

Responsibilities

• Complete assessment of unit, calibrations, cleanings, controls or system checks per Kodiak standards
• Escalate unit issues to supervisor/manager as needed
• Ensure data collection is correct and complete
• Ensure all units are operating correctly on site
• Be on location for every test performed
• Perform corrective action as needed based on emissions testing
• Follow-up tests when out of compliance
• Prepare/submit reports one day per week
• Maintain communication with emissions, operations and customers

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

CAT and Waukesha commissioning certification preferred

Trade school or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/Outlook)

Job description

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK

Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK

Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

Position Summary

The Commissioning Technician is responsible for ensuring that compressions units are operating safely upon assessing, adjusting and cleaning. He/she must comply with all company procedures and develop and maintain customer relationships.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete assessment of unit including any needed calibrations, cleanings, controls or system checks per Kodiak standards
• Escalate unit issues that cannot be resolved to supervisor and/or manager
• Ensure all required data collection is correct and complete
• Responsible for ensuring all units are operating correctly
• Be on location for every test performed
• Perform corrective action as needed based on failed emissions testing
• Follow-up tests when out of compliance
• One day per week spent on preparing/submitting reports
• Weekly Communication with supervisor on any compliance issues, an update of weekly schedule
• Maintain communications with emissions, operations and customers

Education, Experience, & Training

• CAT and Waukesha commissioning certification preferred
• 2-3 years in natural gas compression or related experience
• OEM, trade school, or comparable work experience in a related field/industry
• Day-to-day completion of job responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Strong mechanical intuition or ability
• Comprehension of OEM and miscellaneous technical manuals and literature
• Operation of commercial vehicles, specialty tooling, and cranes
• Strong mechanical aptitude/mechanically inclined.
• Communication and customer service skills
• High level of organizational skills
• Microsoft Office suite (excel, word, outlook)
• Positive attitude and high level of energy
• Nominal supervisory experience

Physical Demands

• Ability to travel up to 50 - 75% of the time.
• Overtime, extended or non-traditional working hours may be required
• Must be able to stand or walk on uneven terrain, climb personnel stairs and ladders, stoop, squat and/or crawl depending on the directed task
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, weather conditions and environments on a location-by-location basis
• High noise environment (>85 dbA) will occur with ear protection
• Potential controlled, exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Standing, kneeling, bending, squatting, twisting for long periods of time
• Climb ladders up to 25 feet
• Ability to use common hand tools related to job needs

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Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.