Senior Field Service Technician, Gas Compression

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a Lead Service Technician (LST) to maintain and service natural gas compression equipment across multiple sites. You will lead Field Service Technicians, perform scheduled maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure high safety and customer service standards.

The role requires 7+ years in gas compression, CAT/Ariel/Cummins expertise, and strong leadership abilities. Extensive travel (up to 90%) and on-site work are expected.

Qualifications

• Technical or trade school certification, college degree or additional work experience in related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in gas compression with preference to CAT, Ariel and/or Cummins.
• CAT Gas Engine II, Troubleshooting, Electronics certifications; CAT 3500, 3600, ADEM 3 and ADEM 4, Ariel Mechanics 1 and 2, Murphy panel a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with a Motor Vehicle Record history acceptable to USA Compression.
• Strong interpersonal skills with strong written and verbal skills.
• Excellent customer service skills with customer field personnel, onsite vendors, and other employees.
• Ability to understand written and verbal communication from the company and supervisor including training, procedures, instructions, etc.
• Ability to be self-managed and work independently with little or no supervision. Prior management experience is a plus.
• High degree of mechanical ability including electrical and natural gas compression.
• Ability to teach and communicate both technical and soft skills to FSTs aiding in their training and development.
• Experience reading and understanding technical manuals.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant HSE procedures and regulations.
• Experience in configuring natural gas compression equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and service of USA Compression equipment with minimal supervision.
• Develop Field Service Technicians and act as SME for training and guidance.
• Safely perform scheduled maintenance and troubleshoot equipment.
• Maintain customer relationships and provide first-line support.
• Assist in supervisory duties in the absence of the ASM.
• Ensure run time and safety standards are met.
• Coordinate with sales to identify new opportunities and with parts to maintain inventory.
• Uphold safety and housekeeping standards on all work sites.

Skills

Gas compression experience

CAT/Gas engines

Ariel mechanics

Communication

Leadership/training

Education

Technical or trade school certification

College degree or related experience

Tools

CAT 3500/3600

ADEM 3/4

Ariel Mechanics 1/2

Murphy panel

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP is seeking a Lead Service Technician (LST) to maintain and service natural gas compression equipment across multiple sites. You will lead Field Service Technicians, perform scheduled maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure high safety and customer service standards.

The role requires 7+ years in gas compression, CAT/Ariel/Cummins expertise, and strong leadership abilities. Extensive travel (up to 90%) and on-site work are expected.