Shop Technician

Burckhardt Compression; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with match

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Mobile phone allowance

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Career progression

Training and development

Team culture

Job summary

Burckhardt Compression US is hiring a Shop Technician in New Iberia, LA to service and maintain gas engine compressor packages and related equipment across multiple applications. The role involves on-site field service, troubleshooting, and major equipment overhauls as needed.

The candidate should have 3–5 years of field experience, a valid driver’s license, and strong mechanical aptitude, with a focus on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; trade school preferred.
• 3–5 years' field experience or related training.
• Valid driver’s license; basic English literacy.
• Willingness to operate and maintain gas compressors safely.

Responsibilities

• Interpret compressor performance runs and OEM software.
• Provide preventative and corrective field mechanical service on site at client locations.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, packages, and systems.
• Provide leadership and training to new Field Technicians.
• Assist in equipment Start-up/Commissioning.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance on all tasks.

Skills

English proficiency

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Trade school or military training

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Req ID: 4764

Job Type: On Site

Location:

New Iberia, US

Aug 26, 2026

Burckhardt Compression US is currently hiring for Shop Technician at our New Iberia, LA operation.

This role responsible for service and maintenance of gas engine compressor packages and associate equipment for multiple applications

Essential Duties Include:

• Interpret Compressor Performance runs and other OEM Software.
• Provide higher level of preventative and corrective field mechanical service on gas compression, process, and/or production equipment on site at client locations.
• Complete troubleshooting and repairing equipment, packages, and systems.
• Provide labor, guidance, and coordination required for immediate repair needs and major equipment overhauls and operation.
• Identify and address equipment, package, and plant inefficiencies/issues.
• Install and perform minor and major overhauls on all equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of electrical systems and maintenance and service on them.
• Takes initiative and fulfills duties consistent with company standards, policies, and controllable expense budget.
• Provide input to Supervisor on personnel and materials needs to provide optimal job planning.
• Provide leadership and training to new Field Technicians.
• Assist in equipment Start-up/Commissioning.
• Maintain knowledge of Purging and loading practices/procedures.
• Performs the job activities in a manner consistent with the project goals and objectives; Stops activities that are unsafe for personnel or the environment when they occur or about to occur.
• Complete proper reports/actions required by the location's operating policies including the completion of Daily Service Reports.
• Review job parts & supply inventory to minimize investment while maintaining a sufficient level to insure proper job performance.
• Fill in as a Supervisor and/or Lead Field Service Technician when needed.

Qualified candidates should have the following education / expereince:

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) / Vocational School or Associated Degree preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in the field or certificate of completion from acceptable trade school or military training and experience in related field
• Valid driver’s license
• Read, write, speak and understand basic English
• Successfully comply to and complete the OSHA required Respiratory Questionnaire process with a Licensed Health Care Provider
• Currently comply with and/or be able to successfully complete Health Safety training
• Must be able to provide his/her own small hand tools as directed by Operations Management.
• Ability to identify workplace Safety, Health and Environmental hazards and how to eliminate or mitigate such hazards.
• Basic understanding of Gas & Oil properties, conditions, and theories.
• Basic understanding of Compressor and Production Equipment types, models, and theory of operation.
• Basic understanding of Installation, Assembly, Commissioning, Trouble Shooting and Repair procedures related to gas compressors and production equipment.
• Knowledge of Pressure Ratings, Piping Schedules, Safety Systems rated to installation and commissioning of gas compressors and production equipment.
• Thorough understanding of tooling utilized to install, maintain, and operate Gas Compressors and Production Equipment.
• Construction site Health, Safety and Environmental work practices and procedures.
• Ability to Read/Write/Communicate in English.
• Ability to decipher P&ID's, Blueprints, Installation Instructions, and Technical Manuals.
• Strong mechanical ability related to Assembly and Disassembly.
• Aptitude to Trouble Shoot and Repair malfunctioning equipment.

Burckhardt Compression offers the following benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• FSA and HSA, Employer paid basic life 2x annual base, STD / LTD, and a variety of voluntary benefits to meet the needs of your family
• Health benefits start 1st of the month after date of hire
• 401k plan with 5% employer match
• Annual bonus incentive program
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card (varies based on position)
• Mobile Phone Allowance
• Structured career progression from Level 1 to Lead
• Ongoing training and technical development
• Supportive team culture and leadership
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge compression technologies

Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844, its passionate, customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.