Senior Field Natural Gas Compression Technician

Cooper Machinery Services; Alice (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) with company match

Parental leave and fertility benefits

Voluntary benefit plans

Job summary

Cooper Machinery Services seeks an experienced Lease Compression Technician III to own preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance across natural gas compressor packages at customer sites. You will work independently in the field while serving as a trusted technical resource.

You will mentor Level I and II technicians, provide clear equipment recommendations, and uphold safety standards in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of hands-on experience with natural gas compression equipment.
• Advanced working knowledge of Caterpillar, Cooper-Bessemer, Ajax, and Superior systems.
• Experience performing complex troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and overhauls.
• Hands-on experience with frame and engine swings, disassembly, and overhaul activities.
• Valid driver's license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex equipment issues at customer sites.
• Perform preventive maintenance, annual maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on engines and compressors in field and shop environments.
• Monitor equipment performance, generate detailed reports, and recommend improvements.
• Provide technical guidance to Level I and II technicians and support teammates in troubleshooting and repairs.
• Work safely in the field, travel to assigned locations, and represent Cooper professionally.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Field service

Team mentorship

Heavy lifting

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Caterpillar engines

Cooper-Bessemer engines

Ajax engines

Superior engines

Job description

Cooper Machinery Services seeks an experienced Lease Compression Technician III to own preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance across natural gas compressor packages at customer sites. You will work independently in the field while serving as a trusted technical resource.

You will mentor Level I and II technicians, provide clear equipment recommendations, and uphold safety standards in diverse environments.