Field Service Technician - Gas Compression (Onsite)

USA Compression; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

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

The on-site position requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read manuals and schematics, and the capability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Customer communication and field interaction skills are essential.
• Mechanical aptitude with engines or rotating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics and service bulletins.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on natural gas compression equipment.
• 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 equipment performance and operating conditions; identify and upscale abnormal trends.
• Respond to call-outs and emergencies to restore equipment functionality; ensure safety and compliance.
• Submit accurate maintenance and time sheets and required paperwork daily.

Skills

Customer communication

Mechanical aptitude

Tech manual reading

Valid driver's license

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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

The on-site position requires strong mechanical aptitude, the ability to read manuals and schematics, and the capability to lift up to 50 lbs.