Field Technician Lead

Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc.; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401k plan with 5% employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression US is seeking a Service Technician Lead for our New Iberia, LA operation. You will lead field service, supervise Technicians, and oversee maintenance on gas engine compressor packages for multiple applications.

The role requires strong mechanical skills, offshore/onshore work readiness, and the ability to train others. You will coordinate field work, perform troubleshooting, and contribute to safety, quality, and customer communication on-site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Vocational/Associated degree preferred.
• Minimum 7+ years' field experience or equivalent trade/military training in related field.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Read, write, speak and understand basic English.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, training, and supervise a team of Service Technicians onsite or in the field.
• Perform field service and preventive/corrective maintenance on gas engine compressor packages and associated equipment.
• Coordinate and manage field workforce, performance appraisals, and HR actions as required.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, packages, and systems; guide and coordinate ongoing jobs.
• Execute overhauls and revamps as needed; ensure safety and quality standards.
• Communicate project updates and requirements to customers and stakeholders.
• Set up and align prime movers to driven equipment using dial indicators and laser tools.
• Identify equipment, package, and plant inefficiencies; propose improvements.
• Assist in equipment start-up/commissioning and training as needed.
• Complete daily service reports with detailed actions taken.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Field service

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Offshore work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school / Associate degree preferred

Tools

Dial Indicator

Laser Alignment Tools

DVOM

Digital Pressure Tooling

Precision Measurement Tooling

Hydraulic Torque Tooling

Gas Detector

SCBA Equipment

Job description

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
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• 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
• Annual bonus incentive program
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card (varies based on position)
• Mobile Phone Allowance
• 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.