Rotator Field Service Technician – Gas Compression

Energy Transfer; Midland (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a Field Service Technician to maintain and service gas compression equipment across multiple districts. The role reports to the Area Service Manager and emphasizes safety, customer relations, and hands-on troubleshooting in a field setting.

This 14x14 rotation is on-site, requiring extensive travel and the ability to work in outdoor, sometimes harsh environments. Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Solid communication/interface skills with field personnel and vendors.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Strong 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 travel extensively and work a rotational schedule.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor, remote environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and major maintenance on natural gas compression equipment (engines, compressors, coolers, and related systems).
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues to restore equipment performance.
• Conduct engine overhauls, compressor rebuilds, and component replacements.
• Support start-ups, shutdowns, commissioning, and optimization activities.
• Travel to assigned districts to provide temporary coverage and assist with backlogs.
• Respond to afterhours requests on an on-call basis.
• Submit accurate maintenance reports, expense reports, timesheets and related paperwork.
• Follow safety policies, participate in audits and training.
• Maintain documentation including work orders, service reports, and parts usage.
• Communicate effectively with district leadership, dispatch, and technicians.

Skills

Customer communication

Mechanical aptitude

Reading manuals/schematics

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a Field Service Technician to maintain and service gas compression equipment across multiple districts. The role reports to the Area Service Manager and emphasizes safety, customer relations, and hands-on troubleshooting in a field setting.

This 14x14 rotation is on-site, requiring extensive travel and the ability to work in outdoor, sometimes harsh environments. Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills are essential.