Field Service Technician - Gas Compression & On-Call

USA Compression; Cuero (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a Field Service Technician to safely operate, maintain, and repair natural gas compression equipment within an assigned territory. The role supports field operations by ensuring uptime, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and delivering high-quality service to customers in remote field environments.

The position emphasizes safe work practices and a strong safety culture.

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.

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.
• Conduct engine overhauls, compressor rebuilds, and component replacements as needed.
• Complete start-ups, shutdowns, and commissioning activities safely and efficiently.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading manuals/Schematics

Communication skills

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Torque wrenches

Hand tools

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a Field Service Technician to safely operate, maintain, and repair natural gas compression equipment within an assigned territory. The role supports field operations by ensuring uptime, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and delivering high-quality service to customers in remote field environments.

The position emphasizes safe work practices and a strong safety culture.