Service Technician

Verto People; Odessa (TX); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Guaranteed 12 hours per day on shift

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider is seeking a Service Technician for natural gas compression operations. This position includes a 2-weeks-on / 2-weeks-off rotation with guaranteed hours and overtime potential. Key responsibilities involve troubleshooting and maintenance of gas compression equipment, along with operations on engines and compressors. Candidates with experience in these areas are highly preferred. The role offers competitive pay ranging from $35 to $50 per hour, housing during rotations, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with natural gas compression equipment strongly preferred.
• Hands-on knowledge of Caterpillar or Waukesha engines is highly advantageous.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair capability.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of natural gas compression equipment.
• Work on Caterpillar and Waukesha engines and Ariel and Gemini compressors.
• Operate within a 14-day-on / 14-day-off rotation, working 12-hour guaranteed shifts.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Experience with natural gas compression equipment

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of Caterpillar engines

Knowledge of Waukesha engines

Job description

Service Technician / Field Service Technician / Gas Compression Technician

Location: Permian Basin (Midland / Odessa Rotation)

This role supports a rapidly expanding operation servicing natural gas compression assets across the Permian Basin. Technicians operate on a 2-weeks-on / 2-weeks-off rotation, with housing provided, guaranteed hours, and significant overtime potential.

Base pay range

$35.00/yr - $50.00/yr

Package

• $35–$50 per hour (experience-dependent)
• 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation
• Guaranteed 12 hours per day on shift
• Overtime paid after 40 hours per week
• Housing provided during rotation
• Travel directly from housing to field sites

Role

• Provide mechanical troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of natural gas compression equipment across remote field sites.
• Work on Caterpillar & Waukesha engines and Ariel & Gemini compressors, including diagnostics, adjustments, component repairs, and performance optimisation.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance, break‑fix repair, commissioning, and field‑based support with minimal supervision.
• Operate within a 14-day-on / 14-day-off rotation, working 12‑hour guaranteed shifts (with substantial overtime).
• Travel directly from company‑provided housing to job sites each day; only visit the shop for parts pickups or supervisor meetings as needed.
• Maintain safe working practices in remote environments, with a maximum 16‑hour daily cap for safety compliance.

Requirements

• Experience working with natural gas compression equipment strongly preferred.
• Hands‑on knowledge of Caterpillar or Waukesha engines and Ariel or Gemini compressor frames is highly advantageous.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair capability.
• Ability to work independently in remote field conditions.
• Transferable backgrounds welcomed: Heavy equipment technicians, Power generation technicians.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

Engineering Services, Manufacturing, and Electric Power Generation

Medical insurance

401(k)