Field Service Tech – Gas Compression, On-Site Specialist

Energy Transfer; Ohio; On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 55,104,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression is seeking a Field Service Technician to maintain, repair and service natural gas compression equipment in an assigned territory. You will troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, and support outages, ensuring safety and compliance at all times.

The role requires outdoor, remote environment work, heavy equipment handling, and coordinating with operations and engineering teams. Regular travel within territory and on-site field duties are expected.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with field personnel, vendors and customers.
• Strong customer service and professional interaction are essential.
• Mechanical aptitude for engines and rotating equipment required.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and service bulletins.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive and corrective maintenance on gas compression equipment (engines, compressors, coolers).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues to minimize downtime.
• Conduct engine overhauls, compressor rebuilds and component replacements as needed.
• Complete start-ups, shutdowns and commissioning activities safely and efficiently.
• Monitor performance and operating conditions; identify and elevate abnormal trends.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Technical reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

USA Compression is seeking a Field Service Technician to maintain, repair and service natural gas compression equipment in an assigned territory. You will troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, and support outages, ensuring safety and compliance at all times.

The role requires outdoor, remote environment work, heavy equipment handling, and coordinating with operations and engineering teams. Regular travel within territory and on-site field duties are expected.