Field Service Technician - Rotator- Sign-On Bonus $10,000*

USA Compression Partners, LP, (NYSE: USAC) provides mission-critical natural gas compression services to large upstream and midstream energy companies. We are an operations-centric, technology-driven employer with 800+ employees in 18 states across the US. We owe our success to the quality of our employees, our strong commitment to safety, and our superior service to customers.

Key Business Objectives

A Field Service Technician (FST) is responsible for maintenance and service of USA Compression equipment reporting to the Area Service Manager (ASM). With minimal supervision and significant autonomy, the typical areas of responsibility include safely performing scheduled maintenance, maintaining and building customer relationships, and providing first line support for equipment troubleshooting. USA Compression employees are proudly responsible for maintaining a safe and professional work environment and positive workplace aligned with our Pillars culture.

Duties And Responsibilities

Ensure routine maintenance plan in place and minimize down time on all assigned equipmentUnderstand and follow company handbook, and all company or customer safety and environmental policiesMaintain run time of natural gas compression units per contractual agreementsAccurately gather and prepare data for reports critical to unit operations on regular due datesRespond quickly to ASM or customer inquiriesOversee and/or participate in the installation of compression units and customer with installationsWork closely with the Lead Service Tech and ASM on major repairs; escalate when necessary based on protocolMaintain and operate company vehicle according to company guidelinesWork with sales team to identify new sales or equipment opportunitiesMaintain and/or partner with a parts department to ensure sufficient parts inventory for each unitKeep each assigned unit clean following good housekeeping rules and maintain safe working conditionsAny other duties or responsibilities as assigned by supervisorFull-time hourly position

Skills/Capabilities And Education

Solid professional communication/interface skills with customer field personnel, onsite vendors, and other employees. This role is often the USAC position with the most customer interaction. Excellent customer service and positive communication skills are critical to the success in the FST role.Technical or trade school certification or additional work experience in related fieldPrefer at least 3-5 years of experience in gas compression with preference to CAT, Ariel and/or Cummins certifications and experience. Depending on the equipment assigned, this role may maintain large or small horsepower units, gas lift or traditional compression units along with other related equipment associated with our business.Ability to be self-managed and work independently with little or no supervisionHigh degree of mechanical abilityExperience reading and understanding technical manualsCapable of safely driving commercial size truckValid driver’s license with a Motor Vehicle Record history acceptable to USA CompressionExperience in configuring natural gas compression equipmentAbility and flexibility to work extended hours including periodic on-call weekendsAbility to understand written and verbal communication from the company and supervisor including training, procedures, instructions, etc.Applicant must have the ability to legally work in the U.S.

Working Conditions

Typically, an FST’s work day consists of driving a USA Compression service vehicle to customer locations to perform repair and maintenance activities. The role rotates 14 days on/off away from home to our workplace.Periodic lifting requirements in excess of 50 lbsAbility to stand and walk on uneven and varied terrain, climb ladders and stairs; and stoop, squat, kneel, crouch and crawl depending on the task requirements. Exposure to extremes in temperature and weather conditions depending upon assigned locationSome exposure to high noise levels in excess of 85dBA that require ear protection, as well as, exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and materials.Working conditions in natural gas compression vary from one job site to another. Some job sites are indoors in compressor stations while other sites are outside, exposed to a variety of weather conditions

Company Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.Company match on 401(K) Retirement Plan.Company paid telemedicine and virtual mental health services.Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance.Company paid short and long-term disability insurance.Paid holidays and sick time.Tuition ReimbursementPer DiemSign-on bonus based on experience and will be discussed at time of offer.