Field Service Technician: Gas Compression Uptime Expert

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; El Reno (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Strong safety culture

Industry-leading equipment

High-impact role

Job summary

USA Compression is seeking a Field Service Technician to support natural gas compression equipment in the field. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure equipment uptime in a demanding, on-site role within the assigned territory.

The position requires strong communication, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work outdoors, with on-call rotations and travel as needed. Join a safety-focused team dedicated to reliability.

Qualifications

• Solid customer interaction with field personnel and vendors.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude with engines or rotating equipment.
• Ability to read technical manuals and schematics.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor environments.
• Must provide own small hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on natural gas compression equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues to minimize downtime.
• Complete startups, shutdowns, and commissioning activities safely and efficiently.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify abnormal trends.
• Submit maintenance, expense, and timesheet reports daily.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies, OEM specs, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as primary field contact for customers and coordinate with teams.

Skills

Customer communication

Mechanical aptitude

Reading manuals

Driver's license

Independent work

Physical endurance

Tool ownership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAT certification

Cummins certification

Ariel certification

Job description

USA Compression is seeking a Field Service Technician to support natural gas compression equipment in the field. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure equipment uptime in a demanding, on-site role within the assigned territory.

The position requires strong communication, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to work outdoors, with on-call rotations and travel as needed. Join a safety-focused team dedicated to reliability.