Senior Field Service Technician: Compressors & Heavy Machinery

Burckhardt Compression AG; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc. seeks a Senior Field Service Representative to join our on-site field team in Batavia, IL.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul reciprocating and centrifugal compressors and related equipment at customer sites, provide technical guidance, and support field personnel with complex service tasks. The role requires extensive hands-on mechanical work, travel to customer locations, and the ability to work long hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical background with experience in servicing/heavy equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of reciprocating compressors and related equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues independently.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and manuals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; professional customer interaction.
• Valid driver's license; ability to meet driving requirements.
• Provide required personal hand tools as directed.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning, and overhaul of compressors and related equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Conduct inspections, measurements, alignments, and component replacements.
• Read and interpret drawings, manuals, specs, and procedures.
• Use precision tools and diagnostic equipment to verify tolerances.
• Document findings, service reports, and timesheets accurately.
• Provide guidance to junior technicians and field personnel.
• Coordinate field activities with customers and internal teams.
• Communicate equipment status and progress to customers and management.
• Maintain tools, equipment, vehicles, and assets; uphold HSE standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reciprocating compressors knowledge

Diagnostics using tools

Reading drawings/prints

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical certification or Associate degree

Tools

Precision measurement instruments

Specialty torque wrenches & diagnostic gear

Job description

Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc. seeks a Senior Field Service Representative to join our on-site field team in Batavia, IL.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul reciprocating and centrifugal compressors and related equipment at customer sites, provide technical guidance, and support field personnel with complex service tasks. The role requires extensive hands-on mechanical work, travel to customer locations, and the ability to work long hours.