Field Service Technician, Intermediate

Kodiak Gas Services; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services is seeking an Intermediate Field Technician in Kilgore, Texas to operate and troubleshoot compressor packages, gas processes, and rental equipment. The role supports location policy development and material forecasting for units.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years related experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and proven teamwork and communication skills. This position requires 24/7 availability, overtime, and on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• SSE program completion preferred; 1–2 years in entry level Field Technician role.
• 3+ years compression process/production experience.
• Electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Directs, coordinates, and performs the job activities in line with Kodiak procedures, goals and objectives.
• Troubleshoot complex repairs and major equipment overhauls and operation.
• Builds and maintains customer relationships.
• Analyzes job parts and inventory needs with Supply Chain to ensure sufficient parts for optimal performance.
• Maintains 98%+ mechanical availability of equipment.
• Attends and participates in all HSE meetings and adheres to HSE protocols.
• Keeps assigned units clean and presentable.
• Completes proper reports and actions per area procedures.
• Provides 24/7 coverage.
• Works overtime and is available for on-call rotations, including after-hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical thinking

Self-motivation

Problem solving

Customer focus

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

SSE program completion

1-2 years field technician experience

3+ years compression process experience

Driver’s license

Certifications: Cat / Waukesha / Ariel preferred

Tools

MS Office

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.

Position Summary

Intermediate level position responsible for one or more operational compression jobs with direct responsibility for the operation of compressor packages, gas processes, and rental equipment. Provides feedback for the development of the location’s operating policies, and material forecasts for assigned units. Has intermediate level diagnostic and repair skills. May backfill and assist other field positions on occasion.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Directs, coordinates, and performs the job activities in a manner consistent with the Kodiak’s procedures, goals and objectives.
• Required to troubleshoot some complex repairs and major equipment overhauls and operation
• Builds and maintains customer relationships.
• Analyzes the job parts and supply inventory to effectively communicate with Supply Chain, ensuring a sufficient level of parts for optimal job performance.
• Takes all corrective actions necessary to insure guaranteed 98% or better mechanical availability of equipment.
• Attendance and participation in all HSE meetings and ensure adherence to all HSE protocols.
• Maintain assigned units in a clean and presentable condition.
• Completes the proper reports and actions required by the area’s operating procedures/policies
• Provides 24/7 coverage
• Works overtime and is available for on-call rotations. Overtime and on-call requirements include work after regular work, hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Additional tasks as assigned.

Education, Experience And Training

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Preferred- OEM, Trade School or 2 plus years comparable work experience in a related field/industry
• Successful completion of Kodiak’s Short Service Employee (SSE) program, plus (a minimum of) 1-2 years in an entry level Field Technician role
• 3 plus years (in total) of compression process, production, and equipment related experience and/or training
• Electrical Troubleshooting skills
• Main competencies: teamwork, effective communication, both written and oral, analytical capability, Strong mechanical aptitude, self-motivation and self-control, initiative, planning and problem solving, and customer focus.
• Possess advanced knowledge of compressor packages, including all components and systems and mechanics of motor compressors (Waukesha, Ariel, Caterpillar, etc.)
• Working knowledge of relevant HSE procedures and regulations
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Valid Driver’s License, with Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) within the acceptable parameters of Company Policy required
• Cat Certification preferred
• Waukesha Certification preferred
• Ariel Certification preferred
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English

Physical Demands

• Requires operation of heavy equipment
• Requires employee to stand for up to 75% of the time
• Requires employee to sit for up to 25% of the time
• Requires employee to climb ladders or stairs to inspecting, repairing, and painting equipment and must be able to maintain balance on stairs and/or ladders without assistance
• Must be able to communicate and respond to coworkers, customers, and emergency cues/alarms, in person and on the telephone, including use of mobile devices
• Must be able to frequently lift at least 10 pounds, infrequent lifting of > 50 lbs.
• High noise environment (>85dbA) will occur with ear protection
• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Requires work in outdoor conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold.
• 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.

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.