Turbine Technician

Kodiakgas; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kodiak Gas Services in Odessa, TX seeks a Turbine Technician to support mobilization, maintenance, troubleshooting, and customer interface on gas turbines and power generation assets. This is a field role with a 28-days-on / 28-days-off rotation.

Ideal candidates have technical schooling or hands-on field experience, with the ability to travel extensively and work in demanding environments. Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, good communication, and proficiency with service

Qualifications

• Technical school degree or trade certification required.
• Experience with gas turbines, reciprocating engines, or power generation equipment required.
• Willingness to travel extensively.
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to complete service documentation.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for customer interaction.

Responsibilities

• Support mobilization/demobilization of turbine projects.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting on gas turbines and power generation equipment.
• Follow OEM specifications and company procedures in field service.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical/electrical issues with senior technician support.
• Complete service documentation and reports.
• Provide customers with equipment operation training.
• Maintain communication with customers and internal teams to ensure service delivery.
• Follow all safety protocols and site requirements.
• Travel to remote field locations as required.

Skills

Gas turbines

Troubleshooting

Field service

Mechanical skills

Electrical knowledge

Travel readiness

Service documentation

Education

Technical school degree / trade certification

Tools

OEM manuals

Job description

Onsite - Field

TX - Odessa

Full time

JR3852

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Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

Job Description

The Turbine Technician is a core field technician responsible for supporting mobilization, maintenance, troubleshooting, and customer interface activities on turbine and large power generation assets.

This is a rotational position operating on a 28‑days‑on / 28‑days‑off schedule.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support mobilization and demobilization of turbine and power generation projects.

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting on gas turbines, diesel generators, and associated power generation equipment.

• Execute standard field service work in accordance with OEM specifications and company procedures.

• Assist in diagnosing and resolving recurring mechanical, electrical, and operational issues using manuals, OEM guidance, and senior technician support.

• Conduct operational site visits and complete required service documentation, reports, and work orders.

• Provide customers with operational familiarity and basic training on equipment use and maintenance.

• Maintain effective communication with customers and internal teams to support service delivery and issue resolution.

• Follow all safety protocols, site requirements, and company policies at all times.

• Maintain travel readiness and perform work in remote locations and challenging field environments.

Education, Experience & Training

• Technical school degree, trade certification, or equivalent hands‑on field experience.

• Experience with gas turbines, reciprocating engines, or power generation equipment required

• Exposure to large power generation, compression, or distributed energy systems required.

• Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems troubleshooting required.

• Strong computer skills with the ability to complete service documentation and reporting.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for customer and team interaction.

• Ability and willingness to travel extensively and work in demanding field conditions.

Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License with a Motor Vehicle Record that meets company requirements.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Operation of industrial tools and heavy equipment.

• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time.

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs without assitance.

• Frequent lifting of at least 10lbs; infrequent lifiting over 50lbs.

• Ability to work in high-noise environments (>85 dBA) with required hearing protection.

• Potential controlled exposure to hazardous chemicals.

• Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat or cold.

• Frequent work required in confined spaces requiring stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.

Travel Requirements

• Position requires frequent travel, including overnight stands, holidays, and weekends.

• This is a rotational position operating on a 28 days on / 28 days off schedule.

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Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

Kodiak’s 99.5%+ Runtime is the Result of Empowering Partnership with Employees, Stakeholders, Customers, and Vendors.

ReqID: JR3852