Field Compressor Tech Class A (ED-207) (4678)

Waukesha-Pearce Industries, LLC; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Waukesha-Pearce Industries, LLC is seeking a Field Compressor Technician to support the Odessa/Midland area on a 14/14 schedule. You will work with a master/journeyman on natural gas engines and compressors, ensuring safety and quality on assigned jobs and communicating progress with leadership.

The role requires reading schematics, performing OEM-compliant tasks, and aiding in the development of junior technicians while maintaining high safety and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of gas compressor experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver license and driving record compliant with insurance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks as assigned by supervisor or lead technician.
• Follow OEM specifications for tasks and repairs.
• Assist in development of class B & C technicians.
• Read schematics, blueprints, sketches, drawings and specifications.
• Determine safe, effective procedures for each job.
• Perform service bulletin upgrades as directed by factory.
• Inspect own work, check tolerances and fit.
• Document service reports, PM sheets, and parts lists.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and safety practices.
• Complete required paperwork and job-related forms.
• LO/TO compliance for each job with crew.
• Own basic tools required for the position.

Skills

Gas compressor experience

Schematics reading

Troubleshooting engines & compressors

Electrical diagnostics

Reading blueprints/drawings

Industrial equipment knowledge

Basic math & measurement

Tooling knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic tooling set

Job description

Job purpose

The Field Compressor Technician rotates on a 14/14 schedule servicing the Odessa/Midland area. The FCT work alongside a master/journeyman technician while performing major work on assigned jobs. Promote good attitudes and aesthetics that are represented of WPI. To lead small minor repair or service jobs on natural gas engines and compressors. Daily communication with the Regional Field Service Manager and master/journeyman of progress or on any special circumstances that could delay the job from completion. Promote safe work practices and insure that JSA and all HSE requirements for job are followed.

Duties and responsibilities

The Field Compressor Technician – Class A is responsible and accountable for, but not limited to, the following:

• Perform tasks as assigned by supervisor/management and or lead technician.
• Perform task according to OEM specifications.
• Assist in the responsibility of the development of class B & C technicians.
• Able to read schematics, blueprints, sketches, drawing and specifications
• Determines the best possible procedure to perform job safely and effectively
• Perform Waukesha Service Bulletin upgrades as sent by factory.
• Inspects own work at each step checking tolerances and correct fit.
• Demonstrates excellent productivity for job task being performed.
• Complete all required paperwork including service reports, JSEA, PM sheets, parts list, engine and compressor service forms.
• Work safely and maintain the work with high standards of housekeeping.
• Performs required Preventative Maintenance on company and personal own equipment (air tools, air compressor, truck, crane, etc)
• LO/TO of every job assigned and reviewed with crew.
• Must own basic tooling for position, (open end and boxed end wrenches from 1/4 -2), (3/8, 1/2 and 3/4 ratchet and socket sets), (Air impacts 3/8, 1/2), (Screw drivers sets), Hammers, sledges, and a fluke 87 volt ohm meter, at a minimum).
• Aid customers as requested and approved by lead technician.
• Other duties as may be assigned by supervisor/management.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of gas compressor experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver license and have a driving record that complies with WPI insurance requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of natural gas OEM equipment and proficient in troubleshooting both engine and compressor.
• Knowledge and experience of tooling.
• Advanced mechanical principles and mathematics.
• Blueprint & Schematic reading.
• Must be proficient in electrical diagnostics.
• Must be proficient in computer skills (basic operation, Windows, and Micro Soft Office)
• Understanding of electronic controls such as PLCs, Murphy panels, Altronic, and ESM.
• Must be proficient using precision measuring tools.
• Truck crane operation experience.

WPI is an EEO/AA (equal opportunity/affirmative action) institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, physical or mental disability, creed, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender expression in the programs or activities which it operates.

En Espanol

WPI es una instituci n EEO/AA (igualdad de oportunidad/acci n afirmativa) y no discrimina en base al sexo, edad, raza, color, religin, discapacidad fsica o mental, credo, origen nacional, estatus veterano, orientaci n sexual, infomaci n gentica, identidad de gnero, o expresi n de gnero en los programas o actividades los cuales opera.