Gas Compression Field Service Technician

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Frierson (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression is seeking a Field Service Technician to perform maintenance, repair, and inspection of natural gas compression equipment within a designated territory in Louisiana. The role emphasizes safe operation, uptime, and quality service for customers in field environments.

Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, startups and commissioning, and accurate reporting. This is a 100% on-site, field-based position with overtime and on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Mechanical aptitude with experience in engines or rotating equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and service bulletins.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor, remote, and sometimes harsh environments.

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 startups, shutdowns, and commissioning activities safely and efficiently.
• Submit accurate maintenance reports, expense reports, timesheets and other necessary paperwork daily.
• Serve as the primary field contact for customers and coordinate with operations, logistics, and engineering teams.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading manuals

Customer communication

Physical endurance

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CAT certs

Cummins certs

Ariel certs

Job description

USA Compression is seeking a Field Service Technician to perform maintenance, repair, and inspection of natural gas compression equipment within a designated territory in Louisiana. The role emphasizes safe operation, uptime, and quality service for customers in field environments.

Responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, startups and commissioning, and accurate reporting. This is a 100% on-site, field-based position with overtime and on-call rotations.