Repair Technician

Atlas Copco Airpower N.V.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

On-site role in Houston

Job summary

Atlas Copco Airpower N.V. in Houston, TX seeks a Repair Technician to repair, overhaul, inspect, and assemble compressor and turbo expander components.

You will read drawings, perform balancing, and maintain detailed repair records in a fast-paced shop environment. The role requires 5+ years in mechanical repair or related fields, with experience on compressors, turbo expanders, or similar equipment, and familiarity with SAP/PLM systems applicable to oil & gas or industrial manufacturing

Qualifications

• 5+ years in mechanical repair, industrial maintenance, rotating equipment, automotive, or similar hands-on environment.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings and machining documentation.
• Experience with compressors, turbo expanders, pumps, or rotating equipment.
• Familiarity with SAP, PLM systems, or oil & gas/industrial manufacturing industries.

Responsibilities

• Execute repairs, upgrades, inspections, and overhauls of turbomachinery components (compressors, turbo expanders).
• Disassembly, cleaning, damage assessment, balancing, and reassembly of rotating equipment.
• Read drawings, use precision measurement tools, and collaborate with engineering for repair quality.
• Assemble compressor cores and skid assemblies and maintain repair records.
• Maintain a safe, organized shop and support day-to-day repair operations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read technical drawings

Measurement tools

Rotating equipment experience

SAP/PLM familiarity

Tools

SAP

PLM systems

Job description

As a Repair Technician, your mission is to perform the repair, overhaul, inspection, and assembly of compressor and turbo expander components to support reliable equipment performance and exceptional customer service. You will report to the Repair Shop Supervisor.

You will

• Execute repairs, upgrades, inspections, and overhauls of turbomachinery components, including compressors and turbo expanders.
  
• Perform disassembly, cleaning, damage assessment, balancing activities, and reassembly of rotating equipment and associated components.
  
• Read and interpret technical drawings, utilize precision measurement tools, and work closely with engineering and shop leadership to ensure repair quality and accuracy.
  
• Assemble compressor cores and skid assemblies while maintaining detailed repair records and supporting day-to-day repair shop operations.
  
• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and support customer needs through efficient execution of repair projects.

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

You have 5+ years of experience working in mechanical repair, industrial maintenance, rotating equipment, automotive, or a similar hands-on mechanical environment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to use and interpret calibrated measurement tools.
  
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and machining documentation.
  
• Experience with compressors, turbo expanders, pumps, or other rotating equipment.
  
• Familiarity with SAP, PLM systems, or experience within the oil & gas or industrial manufacturing industries.

In return, we offer

• Competitive compensation with an hourly rate of $33.50 - $42.15 per hour.
  
• Annual bonus opportunity.
  
• 401(k) with up to a 6% company match to help support your long-term financial goals.
  
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and company holidays.
  
• A culture of trust, accountability, and collaboration where safety and quality come first.
  
• Lifelong learning and career growth, with opportunities to advance into roles such as Repair Technician Lead, Repair Shop Supervisor, Warehouse Management, and other positions across the business.
  
• Innovation powered by people, where your expertise and ideas contribute directly to customer success.
  
• A strong commitment to health, well-being, and employee development.

Job location

On-Site
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Houston, United States (US). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

This location is in Houston, TX, near the William P. Lobby Airport .

Contact information

Talent Acquisition Team: Ally Romero

Atlas Copco delivers innovative products and solutions that help businesses grow and drive progress. Our portfolio spans compressed air and gas systems and treatment, vacuum solutions, industrial power tools, assembly systems, and power and flow solutions. We bring a commitment to long-term success built on expertise, reliable service, and uptime. When you level up to the Atlas Copco experience you enter a partnership based on quality, sustainability, and ease of collaboration. The technology we bring, and the decades of experience support the future-proofing of your business. Atlas Copco is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.