Field Service Technician, AMS Rotator Senior

Kodiak Gas Services; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services in Carlsbad, NM, is seeking a Senior Field Service Technician, AMS Rotator, to maintain, troubleshoot, and repair natural gas compression equipment. The role works closely with customers and internal teams to keep equipment functioning safely and efficiently.

Candidates must have strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, 5+ years of compressor maintenance, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of compressor maintenance or related industry experience required.
• Caterpillar G3600/G3500 Natural Gas Engine experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose all levels of compressor system failures.
• Coordinate and perform job activities in line with Kodiak procedures.
• Build and maintain customer relationships.
• Provide 24/7 coverage for 14-day shift periods.
• Overtime and on-call rotations, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Diagnostic tools

Read schematics

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, or related field

Job description

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK
Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK
Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.
Summary
The Field Service Technician, AMS Rotator Senior is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing natural gas compression equipment. This role requires technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality. This position will work closely with external customers and internal team members to ensure that all equipment is functioning efficiently and safely.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinates and performs the job activities in a manner consistent with Kodiak’s procedures, goals, and objectives.
• Required to troubleshoot some complex repairs and major equipment overhauls.
• Builds and maintains customer relationships.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose all levels of compressor system failures.
• Optimize compression equipment performance.
• Completes the proper reports and actions required by the area’s operating procedures/policies.
• Analyzes the job parts and supply inventory to effectively communicate with Supply Chain, ensuring a sufficient level of parts for optimal job performance.
• Prioritize repair work when there are competing demands.
• Assess repair/replacement needs and identify the best solution.
• Perform consistent inspections and maintenance of units to proactively ensure unit health.
• Provides 24/7 coverage for the duration of each 14-day shift.
• Works overtime and is available for on-call rotations. Overtime and on-call requirements include work after regular work, hours, weekends, and holidays.

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, or related field preferred.

Work Experience

• 5+ years of compressor maintenance or related industry experience required.
• Caterpillar G3600/G3500 Natural Gas Engine experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Demands

• Requires operation of heavy equipment.
• Requires employee to stand for up to 75% of the time.
• Requires employee to climb ladders or stairs.
• Intermittent lifting of > 50lbs from the ground.
• High noise environment (>85dbA) will occur with ear protection.
• Potential, controlled, exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Requires work in outdoor conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold.
• Overtime, extended, or non-traditional working hours may be required.
• Requires moving and maintaining self in different positions—stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Must wear all required PPE, including fire-retardant clothing, hard hats, face shields, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.
• Requires an employee to frequently type and use computer and other office equipment such as a copier, printer, calendar, telephone, etc.

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Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.