Compressor Technician - Testing & Commissioning

Midwest Compressor Systems LLC dba LRS; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Compressor Systems LLC dba LRS is seeking a Compressor Technician - Testing & Commissioning to join our Manufacturing team. You will set up, start, operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and test gas and electric compressor systems before they leave our facility, working with pressures, temperatures, flows, vibration, instrumentation, and performance data to ensure safety and reliability.

This role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, attention to detail, and teamwork to deliver equipment ready

Qualifications

• Experience with natural gas compressors, engines, rotating equipment, or industrial machinery.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to safely operate, monitor, and test compressor equipment.
• Basic knowledge of pressure, temperature, instrumentation, and controls.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and test procedures.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up, start, operate, monitor, troubleshoot and test gas and electric compressor systems before they leave the facility.
• Work with pressures, temperatures, flows, vibration, instrumentation, and performance data to ensure equipment is safe and reliable.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure equipment is field-ready and meets quality standards.

Skills

Natural gas compressors experience

Rotating equipment experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

P&IDs and drawings

Safety awareness

Team player

Instrumentation experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Test procedures

Job description

Description

Know compressors? Like troubleshooting? Want to be the person who makes sure the equipment is ready before it hits the field?

Midwest Compressor Systems is looking for a Compressor Technician - Testing & Commissioning to join our Manufacturing team.

This isn't just a "watch the gauges" job. You'll set up, start, operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and test gas and electric compressor systems before they leave our facility. You'll work with pressures, temperatures, flows, vibration, instrumentation, and performance data to make sure our equipment is safe, reliable, and ready for the customer.

We're Looking For Someone Who Has

• Experience with natural gas compressors, rotating equipment, or industrial machinery
• Strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to understand P&IDs, mechanical drawings, and test procedures
• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety
• A dependable, team-first attitude

Compressor test-loop and instrumentation experience is a plus—but strong compressor and mechanical experience matters.

Build it. Test it. Prove it. Send it to the field ready.

If you know natural gas compression and take pride in getting equipment right before it goes to the customer, we want to talk to you.

Requirements

• Experience with natural gas compressors, engines, rotating equipment, or industrial machinery preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to safely operate, monitor, and test compressor equipment.
• Basic knowledge of pressure, temperature, instrumentation, and controls.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and test procedures.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety and quality.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and able to communicate effectively.
• High school diploma or GED.