Lead Downstream Mechanic & Compressor SME

Cooper Machinery Services; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Disability coverage (short and long)

Job summary

Cooper Machinery Services seeks an experienced Downstream Mechanic IV in Deer Park. You will serve as the SME for Cooper OEM and non-OEM reciprocating compressor platforms, diagnose hard problems, and overhaul equipment. You will train junior technicians and guide quality across projects.

You will collaborate with Engineering on repairs, parts history, and maintain accurate documentation, including inspections and timesheets. Overtime and heavy lifting are a part of the role.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of progressive mechanical maintenance and repair on compressors and pumps.
• Deep knowledge across Cooper OEM and non-OEM reciprocating compressor platforms.
• Expert-level with precision measurement tooling.
• Proven record mentoring junior technicians.
• Able to read technical procedures and government regulations, write clear technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for assigned Cooper OEM and non-OEM compressor platforms.
• Troubleshoot root causes of recurring failures on reciprocating engines, compressors, pumps, and components.
• Perform advanced diagnostics, restoration, and overhauls on reciprocating compressors.
• Support upgrade projects to extend equipment life and improve performance.
• Provide QA/QC oversight of contractor work and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Compressors

Pumps

Reciprocating engines

Precision measurement tools

Mentoring

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate degree / vocational cert

Tools

Precision measurement tooling

Job description

Cooper Machinery Services seeks an experienced Downstream Mechanic IV in Deer Park. You will serve as the SME for Cooper OEM and non-OEM reciprocating compressor platforms, diagnose hard problems, and overhaul equipment. You will train junior technicians and guide quality across projects.

You will collaborate with Engineering on repairs, parts history, and maintain accurate documentation, including inspections and timesheets. Overtime and heavy lifting are a part of the role.