Field Service Lead — Gas Compression (Onshore/Offshore)

Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc.; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401k plan with 5% employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression US is seeking a Service Technician Lead for our New Iberia, LA operation. You will lead field service, supervise Technicians, and oversee maintenance on gas engine compressor packages for multiple applications.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, offshore/onshore work readiness, and the ability to train others. You will coordinate field work, perform troubleshooting, and contribute to safety, quality, and customer communication on-site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Vocational/Associated degree preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years' field experience or equivalent trade/military training in related field.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Read, write, speak and understand basic English.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, training, and supervise a team of Service Technicians onsite or in the field.
• Perform field service and preventive/corrective maintenance on gas engine compressor packages and associated equipment.
• Coordinate and manage field workforce, performance appraisals, and HR actions as required.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, packages, and systems; guide and coordinate ongoing jobs.
• Execute overhauls and revamps as needed; ensure safety and quality standards.
• Communicate project updates and requirements to customers and stakeholders.
• Set up and align prime movers to driven equipment using dial indicators and laser tools.
• Identify equipment, package, and plant inefficiencies; propose improvements.
• Assist in equipment start-up/commissioning and training as needed.
• Complete daily service reports with detailed actions taken.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Field service

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Offshore work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school / Associate degree preferred

Tools

Dial Indicator

Laser Alignment Tools

DVOM

Digital Pressure Tooling

Precision Measurement Tooling

Hydraulic Torque Tooling

Gas Detector

SCBA Equipment

Job description

Burckhardt Compression US is seeking a Service Technician Lead for our New Iberia, LA operation. You will lead field service, supervise Technicians, and oversee maintenance on gas engine compressor packages for multiple applications.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, offshore/onshore work readiness, and the ability to train others. You will coordinate field work, perform troubleshooting, and contribute to safety, quality, and customer communication on-site.