Field Technician Lead

Burckhardt Compression AG.; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits start 1st of the month

401k with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Company vehicle & fuel card

Structured career progression

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team culture

Cutting-edge compression technologies

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression US in New Iberia, LA is seeking a Service Technician Lead to oversee field service and maintenance of gas engine compressor packages across multiple sites.

You will lead technicians, train junior staff, coordinate offshore and onshore jobs, and ensure safety, quality, and timely execution. Readiness for travel and strong mechanical skills are essential.

This role offers growth within a global leader in compression technology and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma; vocational training preferred.
• 7+ years of field experience in a related role.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Read, write, speak and understand basic English.
• Must provide own small hand tools as directed by Operations Management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and train a team of Service Technicians.
• Perform field service and maintenance of gas engine compressor packages.
• Coordinate offshore and onshore work as required by the job.
• Provide preventative and corrective field mechanical service at client sites.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, packages, and systems; guide ongoing jobs.
• Overhaul and revamp equipment as needed.
• Communicate project updates to customers as required.
• Assist in equipment start-up/commissioning and training.

Skills

Leadership

Field Service

Troubleshooting

Team Supervision

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational School or Military Training

Tools

Dial/Laser alignment tools

Precision measurement tooling

Digital pressure tooling

Exhaust gas analyzer

DVOM

Laptop with OEM software

Hydraulic torque tooling

Gas detector

Job description

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Burckhardt Compression US is currently hiring for Service Technician Lead at our New Iberia, LA operation.

The Service Technician Lead is responsible for field service and maintenance of gas engine compressor packages and associate equipment for multiple applications. Responsible for leading, supervising, and training less-experienced Field Service Technicians.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Must be able to perform work offshore on platforms and onshore as required per job.


• Provide leadership, training, and supervise a team of Service Technicians – execute responsibilities in accordance with company policies.


• Assign and manage field work force, handle performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, issue resolution, and other HR functions as required.


• Provide preventative and corrective field mechanical service on gas compression, process, and/or production equipment on site at client locations.


• Must be able to complete troubleshooting and repairing equipment, packages, and systems; be able to provide guidance and coordinate jobs in progress.


• Able to complete minor and major overhauls and revamps.


• Must communicate with customers about project updates and other information as needed.


• Must have strong mechanical abilities to set level and align prime mover to driven equipment using dial indicators and/or laser alignment tools.


• Identifies and addresses equipment, package, and plant inefficiencies/issues.


• Takes initiative and fulfills duties consistent with company standards, policies, and controllable expense budget.


• Provides input to Supervisor on personnel and materials needs to provide optimal job planning.


• Assist in equipment Start-up/Commissioning – broad understanding of procedures and requirements.


• Knowledgeable of Purging and loading practices/procedures; must be able to train as needed.


• Complete full Daily Service Reports by providing full description of actions performed and completed on each service call. Monitor additional workflows for accuracy.


• May temporarily move from Field to Shop for work as needed based off workloads and other location requirements.

Education/Experience/Languages:

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED); Vocational School or Associated Degree preferred.


• Minimum 7+ years' experience in the field or certificate of completion from acceptable trade school or military training and experience in related field


• Valid Drivers License.


• Read, write, speak and understand basic English.


• Special Equipment and Tools Used Requiring Application Knowledge:
  
  
  
  • Dial Indicator and Laser Alignment Tools.
  
  
  • Precision Measurement Tooling.
  
  
  • Digital Pressure Measurement Tooling.
  
  
  • Exhaust Gas Analyzer.
  
  
  • Digital volt and ohm meter (DVOM).
  
  
  • Laptop Computer and related original equipment manufacturer Software and Firmware.
  
  
  • Hydraulic Torque Tooling.
  
  
  • Gas Detector, Colorimetric Stain Tubes, Escape, Rescue and Work Air Packs SCBA (as applicable).
  
  
  
  


• Currently comply with and/or be able to successfully complete Health Safety training.


• Must be able to provide his/her own small hand tools as directed by Operations Management.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the physical labor necessary.


• Must be able to work overtime and be available for after-hour call outs as necessary.


• Frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with the use of proper lifting techniques and procedures.


• Stand, walk, climb, perform overhead work with fall protection, use hands to feel, handle or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, sit, talk and hear.


• Ability to kneel, balance, push, pull, drive, stoop, climb, and crouch.


• When applicable: must be able to conform to customer-required physical and medical standards.


• When applicable: must be able to wear SCBA (self-contained breathing apparatus), APR (air purifying respirator), and particle masks as needed when working in hazardous environments.

Burckhardt Compression offers the following benefits:

• Competitive pay


• FSA and HSA, Employer paid basic life 2x annual base, STD / LTD, and a variety of voluntary benefits to meet the needs of your family


• Health benefits start 1st of the month after date of hire


• 401k plan with 5% employer match


• Paid time off and holiday pay


• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card (varies based on position)


• Structured career progression from Level 1 to Lead


• Ongoing training and technical development


• Supportive team culture and leadership


• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge compression technologies

Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.