On‑Site Field Service Technician: Gas Compression

Energy Transfer; Louisiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression seeks a Field Service Technician to maintain and repair natural gas compression equipment in the assigned territory. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, ensuring uptime and safe operations for midstream partners.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues, conduct engine overhauls, startups, and commissioning activities while coordinating with operations and logistics teams.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Monitor equipment performance and operating conditions; identify abnormal trends.

Skills

Customer interaction

Mechanical aptitude

Engine knowledge

Reading schematics

Tool usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

USA Compression seeks a Field Service Technician to maintain and repair natural gas compression equipment in the assigned territory. You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, ensuring uptime and safe operations for midstream partners.

You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues, conduct engine overhauls, startups, and commissioning activities while coordinating with operations and logistics teams.