Field Service Technician

Energy Transfer; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression Partners, LP in Farmington, NM is seeking a Field Service Technician to ensure safe, reliable operation and repair of natural gas compression equipment across a defined territory. The role emphasizes preventive and corrective maintenance and uptime for midstream partners.

This onsite position requires safety discipline, ability to work independently in remote field environments, and clear communication with customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with engines, rotating equipment, heavy machinery, or natural gas compression.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor, remote, and sometimes harsh field environments.
• Professional communication and customer-service skills for interactions with customer field personnel, vendors, coworkers, and support teams.
• Must provide required small hand tools in accordance with company expectations.
• Use torque wrenches and hand tools requiring approximately 20 to 600 pounds of force.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on natural gas compression equipment, including engines, compressors, coolers, and associated components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues to minimize downtime.
• Complete start-ups, shutdowns, and commissioning activities safely and efficiently.
• Submit accurate maintenance reports, expense reports, timesheets and other necessary paperwork daily.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manuals & schematics reading

Customer communication

Independent field work

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Small hand tools

Torque wrenches

CAT/Cummins/Ariel equipment experience

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP, (NYSE: USAC) provides mission-critical natural gas compression services to large upstream and midstream energy companies. We are an operations-centric, technology-driven employer with 800+ employees in 18 states across the US. We owe our success to the quality of our employees, our strong commitment to safety, and our superior service to our customers.

Position Summary

The Field Service Technician (FST) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of natural gas compression equipment within an assigned territory. This role supports USA Compression’s field operations by ensuring equipment uptime, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and providing high-quality service to internal and external customers. The FST works independently in remote field environments and plays a critical role in maintaining operational continuity for midstream partners. USA Compression employees are proudly responsible for maintaining a safe and professional work environment and positive workplace aligned with our Pillars culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance & Repair
  • Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on natural gas compression equipment, including engines, compressors, coolers, and associated components.
  • 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.
• Operational Support
  • Monitor equipment performance and operating conditions; identify and escalate abnormal trends.
  • Respond to call-outs and emergency situations to restore equipment functionality.
  • Ensure all work is performed in compliance with USA Compression standards, OEM specifications, and regulatory requirements.
  • Responsible for submitting accurate maintenance reports, expense reports, timesheets and other necessary paperwork daily.

Required Skills

• Safety & Compliance
  • Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental guidelines.
  • Participate in safety meetings, audits, and required training.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, including service reports, work orders, and parts usage.
• Serve as the primary field contact for customers, providing professional communication and timely updates.
• Coordinate with operations, logistics, and engineering teams to support equipment needs.
• Maintain company tools, vehicles, and equipment in clean, safe working condition.

Qualifications

• Required Education:
  • High school diploma or GED.
• Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
  • Level C requires a minimum of 0-2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
  • Level B requires 2-4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
  • Level A requires a minimum of 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience
• Required Qualifications:
  • Mechanical aptitude and experience with engines, rotating equipment, heavy machinery, or natural gas compression.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, service bulletins, and operating information.
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to work independently in outdoor, remote, and sometimes harsh field environments.
  • Professional communication and customer-service skills for interactions with customer field personnel, vendors, coworkers, and support teams.
  • Must provide required small hand tools in accordance with company expectations.
  • Use torque wrenches and hand tools requiring approximately 20 to 600 pounds of force.
• Preferred
  • Gas compression experience with CAT, Ariel, and/or Cummins equipment or certifications.
  • Experience in midstream oil and gas field operations.

Working Conditions

• This position is fully onsite and 100% field based. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available.
• Work is performed in outdoor environments and may involve exposure to rotating equipment, industrial hazards, hazardous chemicals and materials, and elevated noise levels that require the use of hearing protection.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks on a regular basis.
• Ability to climb ladders and access elevated work areas up to 25 feet in height.
• Must be capable of standing, walking, kneeling, bending, squatting, twisting, and performing other physical activities for extended periods.
• Regular travel throughout the assigned service territory is required, with occasional overnight travel as business needs dictate.
• Participation in a rotating 24-hour on-call schedule is required, including responding to emergency callouts and unscheduled service needs.

DISCLAIMER

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

USA Compression is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247.This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.