Shop Mechanic Senior (Non-Rotational/Local Only)

Archrock; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Archrock is seeking a technician in Midland, Texas to perform maintenance, repair, and refurbishment of gas compression equipment. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience with natural gas engines and compressors, demonstrating advanced diagnostic and repair skills. This role also demands effective documentation and mentorship abilities. Candidates with a high school diploma and specialized training in gas or diesel engines are preferred. Archrock is an equal opportunity employer offering a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Typically at least 5 years of experience with natural gas engines and compressors.
• Demonstrated history of successful and safe service experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and organized work environment.
• Perform Major Maintenance (MM) and overhauls.
• Complete and submit required documentation accurately.

Skills

Advanced diagnostic and repair skills

Preventative Maintenance (PM)

Customer service skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Gas or diesel engine and compressor training

Tools

Gas compressors

Electrical systems

Job description

Job Description

Performs maintenance, repair and refurbishment of gas compression equipment at a make‑ready shop. Acts as a technical resource for more complex issues in assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and well‑organized work environment.
• Perform Major Maintenance (MM) and overhauls alone or as part of a team.
• Complete and submit required documentation accurately and timely.
• Report lead issues and findings on the units and daily progress against goals.

Non‑Essential Duties

Performs other duties as assigned.

All employees shall be in compliance with the Archrock Health Safety and Environmental Policy and local, statutory and/or regulatory requirements at all times.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

• Perform all essential duties.
• Demonstrate advanced diagnostic and repair skills on multiple types of equipment.
• Show track record of performing Preventative Maintenance (PM) with no guidance.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM) to standard with no help.
• Lead a team performing Major Maintenance (MM), overhaul and projects to standard with limited to no assistance.
• Demonstrate customer service skills.
• Read, write and speak English and/or fully understand daily work instructions (work orders, manuals, etc.).
• Use computer skills, including vendor specific programs, Internet Explorer and Outlook.
• Model all health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Complete and submit company required documentation accurately and timely.

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of gas engines and compressors, electrical systems, panel boards, skid wiring, etc., through advanced training or performance verification.
• Knowledge of new technologies.
• Working knowledge of relevant HSE procedures and regulations.
• Fully understands all processes and systems on how a compressor works.

Minimum Education and Certification

• Preferred – High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred – Gas or diesel engine and compressor school/training.

Minimum Experience

• Typically at least 5 years’ experience with natural gas engines and compressors.
• Demonstrated history of successful and safe service experience.

Leadership

• Expected to serve as a resource to others for mentoring, knowledge transfer, training and checking work.
• May occasionally lead a crew.

Physical Demands

• Must be fit for duty for the job tasks being performed.
• Refer to WorkSaver Systems Critical Demands for full details.
• Must meet the medical requirements necessary to wear PPE required by role.
• Constantly required to stand, display good manual dexterity and to reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to walk with good balance.
• Regularly required to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds and to push and pull up to 110 pounds.
• Occasionally required to stoop, twist, kneel and squat.
• Occasionally required to crawl, climb in and around equipment, stairs and slanted ladders.
• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Problem Solving and Innovation

• Resolve majority of the troubleshooting issues with no help.
• Provide solutions to a diverse scope and range of complex engine and compressor problems where analysis of information requires evaluation, new approaches, planning and resourcefulness.
• Expect to regularly identify opportunities and provide ideas, methods and innovations to enhance teamwork, individual development, efficiency and quality.

Impact

• Actions and decisions impact operational, and financial results on assigned equipment.
• Typically resolves problematic units in a timely manner.
• Enhanced skills will most likely result in fewer scheduled delays or decreased costs.
• Accountable for HSE, service quality and customer satisfaction.

This job description is a summary of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees are expected to perform tasks, as assigned by supervisor, regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Archrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.