Overhaul Technician, Entry

Kodiak Gas Services; Hebbronville (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services is seeking an Intermediate Overhaul Technician in Hebbronville, Texas, to ensure the optimal operation of compression units through inspection, repair, and parts replacement. The role involves teamwork with Field Supervisors and Area Managers to prioritize and execute repairs efficiently.

Candidates should have 1-3 years of experience in natural gas compression or a related field, alongside a strong mechanical aptitude and customer service skills. The position may also require overtime work and physical demands including lifting and working in diverse environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in natural gas compression or related experience.
• Strong mechanical intuition and ability.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify units needing repair or overhaul work.
• Assist Overhaul Technician I team members.
• Communicate clearly with team members for efficiency.

Skills

Natural gas compression experience

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service skills

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial vehicles

Cranes

Job description

JOIN THE PEOPLE POWERING KODIAK

Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

Position Summary

The Overhaul Technician, Intermediate, will ensure compression units are operating without issue, inspecting, repairing, and replacing parts when necessary. He/she will work closely with the Field Supervisors and Area Managers to determine what units need repairs or replacements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Work closely with Field Supervisors and Area Mangers to identify units that are in need of repair or overhaul work
• Assist Overhaul Technician I team members with guidance when possible
• Assist in more difficult repair and overhaul requests as designated by the Overhaul Supervisor
• Prioritize repair work when there are competing demands
• Assess repair/replacement needs and identify the best solution
• Communicate clearly with other overhaul team members to work quickly and efficiently
• Perform consistent inspections and maintenance of units to proactively ensure unit health
• Replace specific parts of the unit as needed in order to maintain efficiency
• Work across areas and regions seamlessly
• Perform any additional, miscellaneous tasks as delegated

Education, Experience, & Training

• 1-3 years in natural gas compression or related experience
• OEM, trade school, or comparable work experience in a related field/industry
• Day-to-day completion of job responsibilities with minimal supervision
• Strong mechanical intuition or ability
• Comprehension of OEM and miscellaneous technical manuals and literature
• Operation of commercial vehicles and cranes
• Strong mechanical aptitude/mechanically inclined.
• Communication and customer service skills
• Microsoft Office suite (excel, word, outlook)
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands

• Overtime, extended or non-traditional working hours may be required
• Intermittent lifting of > 50lbs from the ground
• Must be able to stand or walk on uneven terrain, climb personnel stairs and ladders, stoop, squat and/or crawl, depending on the directed task
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, weather conditions and environments on a location-by-location basis
• High noise environment ( >85 dbA) will occur with ear protection
• Potential controlled, exposure to hazardous chemicals

Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.