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Kodiak

Contract compression services for natural gas

Field Service Technician

Equipment Field ServicePosted on Nov 9
Full-timeMcAlester, OK, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Preferred qualification: OEM, trade school, or comparable work experience in a related field or industry.
  • Successful completion of Kodiak’s Short Service Employee (SSE) program is required.
  • Some knowledge of gas processes and motor-compressor mechanics, including Waukesha, Ariel, and Caterpillar equipment, is required.
  • One year of compression-process, production, and equipment-related experience and/or training is required.
  • Electrical troubleshooting skills are required.
  • The role requires teamwork, effective written and oral communication, analytical capability, mechanical aptitude, self-motivation and self-control, initiative, planning, problem-solving, and customer focus.
  • Basic knowledge of compressor packages, including some components and systems, is required.
  • Working knowledge of relevant health, safety, and environmental procedures and regulations is required.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, is required.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English is required.
  • A valid driver’s license and a motor vehicle record within the acceptable parameters of company policy are required.
  • The role requires operating heavy equipment, standing for up to 75% of the time, sitting for up to 25% of the time, climbing ladders or stairs, and maintaining balance while doing so without assistance.
  • The role requires communicating and responding to coworkers, customers, and emergency cues or alarms in person and by telephone, including using mobile devices.
  • The role requires frequently lifting at least 10 pounds and occasionally lifting more than 50 pounds.
  • The role involves a high-noise environment exceeding 85 dBA, with ear protection, and potential controlled exposure to hazardous chemicals.
  • The role requires working outdoors in extreme heat and cold and moving through positions such as stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, including in tight and confined spaces.
  • The employee must wear required personal protective equipment, including fire-retardant clothing, hard hats, face shields, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.
  • The role requires frequent typing and use of computers and office equipment such as copiers, printers, calendars, and telephones.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in running one or more compression jobs and operate compressor packages, equipment, and rental equipment.
  • Provide feedback for developing location operating policies and material forecasts for assigned units.
  • Troubleshoot basic issues and build troubleshooting skills through on-the-job and classroom training.
  • Attend and participate in health, safety, and environmental meetings and adhere to all related protocols.
  • Analyze job parts and supply inventory and communicate needs to Supply Chain.
  • Maintain customer relationships.
  • Take necessary corrective actions, with assistance when needed, to maintain guaranteed mechanical availability of 98% or better for equipment.
  • Keep assigned units clean and presentable.
  • Complete reports and actions required by area operating procedures and policies.
  • Provide 24/7 coverage and work overtime; remain available for on-call rotations, including after regular hours, weekends, and holidays.
  • Assist other field positions when needed and perform additional assigned tasks.

Desired Qualifications

  • OEM, trade school, or comparable work experience in a related field or industry.

About the Company

Kodiak

Contract compression services for natural gas

Kodiak Gas Services provides contract compression services for the U.S. natural gas industry by owning and operating a large fleet of gas compression units that move gas from wells to pipelines. It serves producers and midstream companies under long-term fixed-rate contracts, creating stable revenue. The company installs and operates its units at customer sites to deliver the required pressure and flow for pipeline transmission. Its goal is to provide reliable contracted compression capacity across major U.S. basins while expanding its fleet and geographic reach.

Company size
201-500
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
The Woodlands, TX
Founded
2010

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