Entry-Level Recip Engine Technician: Power Generation

Kodiak Gas Services; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services is seeking an entry-level Recip Technician to operate, monitor, and maintain gas reciprocating engine power generation packages used in field operations. This rotational role involves 28-days-on / 28-days-off shifts and may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and basic startup support, keep accurate logs, and adhere to HSE policies while working in a team under tight schedules.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant experience in power generation, reciprocating engines, electrical systems, or related mechanical equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret basic electrical, control, and mechanical schematics and service manuals.
• Familiarity with standard operating procedures, diagnostic tools, and maintenance documentation.
• Comfortable with customer interaction, call-outs, and working independently with moderate supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain gas reciprocating engine power generation packages and related systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine corrective maintenance on reciprocating generators and related equipment.
• Monitor control panels, gauges, alarms, and instrumentation to ensure assets are operating within designated parameters.
• Diagnose common mechanical, electrical, starting, charging, fuel, ignition, sensor, and alarm issues using standard diagnostics, SOPs, and available software tools.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, service reports, inspection findings, and parts usage in service and operations management systems.
• Maintain compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies, attend required safety meetings and training, and utilize required PPE at all times.

Job description

Kodiak Gas Services is seeking an entry-level Recip Technician to operate, monitor, and maintain gas reciprocating engine power generation packages used in field operations. This rotational role involves 28-days-on / 28-days-off shifts and may include days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and basic startup support, keep accurate logs, and adhere to HSE policies while working in a team under tight schedules.