Job Description

Compressor Technician

Full-Time

A client of ours is seeking an experienced Compressor Technician to support compression and process equipment throughout oil & gas facilities in Texas. This is a hands-on field position focused on keeping natural gas equipment operating safely and reliably.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, service, and repair natural gas compressors and rotating equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and equipment overhauls
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and control issues
• Assist with compressor installations, start-ups, commissioning, and equipment upgrades
• Work with gas handling systems, piping, valves, instrumentation, and related process equipment
• Read P&IDs, schematics, technical drawings, and equipment manuals
• Complete service documentation and communicate equipment conditions to customers and internal teams
• Follow LOTO, OSHA, and site-specific safety requirements
• Travel to customer locations throughout the assigned territory

Qualifications

• Previous natural gas compressor or oil & gas field service experience
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills
• Experience with compressors, engines, rotating equipment, or gas processing equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot basic electrical and control systems
• Comfortable reading P&IDs and equipment schematics
• Experience with VRUs, vapor combustion equipment, flares, or similar process equipment is a plus
• Valid driver's license and ability to work in outdoor field environments
• Technical or mechanical training is preferred

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