Compressor Mechanic

Danos, LLC; Jal (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Danos, LLC is seeking a skilled Compressor Mechanic to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair large horsepower compressor units and engines in field and facility settings. You will perform preventative maintenance and support safe, continuous operations.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of hands-on experience with natural gas compression systems, familiarity with major brands, and a commitment to safety and reliability in oil and gas environments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working on large horsepower compressors and engines.
• Experience with compressor brands such as Ariel, Caterpillar, Waukesha, or Ajax preferred.
• Strong knowledge of natural gas compression systems and engine mechanics.
• Experience performing full overhauls and rebuilds on compressor units.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and performance issues independently.
• Familiarity with safety standards and procedures in oil and gas environments.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must meet conditional job offer requirements including background, drug test, MVR, fit for duty and agility.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on large horsepower compressor units and engines
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues on compressors, engines, and related systems
• Conduct preventative maintenance including oil changes, filter replacements, and component inspections
• Work on major compressor components such as cylinders, valves, pistons, rods, and bearings
• Maintain and repair associated equipment including coolers, separators, and control systems
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reliability
• Complete teardown and rebuilds of compressor engines and components as needed
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and P&IDs
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities and repairs
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies, including LOTO and PPE requirements
• Coordinate with operations and engineering teams to minimize downtime and optimize performance

Skills

Compressor maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Compressor Mechanicis responsible forthe maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of natural gas compression equipment in field and facility settings. This role focuses on ensuring reliability and efficiency of compression systems by performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing mechanical issues, and supporting safe, continuous operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on large horsepower compressor units and engines
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues on compressors, engines, and related systems
• Conduct preventative maintenance including oil changes, filter replacements, andcomponentinspections
• Work on major compressor components such as cylinders, valves, pistons, rods, and bearings
• Maintain and repair associated equipment including coolers, separators, and control systems
• Monitor equipment performance andidentifyopportunities to improve efficiency and reliability
• Complete teardown and rebuilds of compressor engines and components as needed
• Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and P&IDs
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance activities and repairs
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies, including LOTO and PPE requirements
• Coordinate with operations and engineering teams to minimize downtime andoptimizeperformance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working on large horsepower compressors and engines
• Experience with compressor brands such as Ariel, Caterpillar, Waukesha, or Ajax preferred
• Strong knowledge of natural gas compression systems and engine mechanics
• Experience performing full overhauls and rebuilds on compressor units
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and performance issues independently
• Familiarity with safety standards and procedures in oil and gas environments
• Ability to work outdoors invaryingweather conditions
• High School Diploma or GED equivalentrequired.
• Must meet conditional job offer requirements including background, drug test, MVR, fit for duty and agility.