Shop Technician

Essential Duties & Responsibilities 

• Performs job activities in a manner consistent with Kodiak’s procedures/protocols, goals and objectives. 

• Conduct regular inspections of equipment to identify potential problems and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair activities, including work orders, parts used, and time spent on each task.

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. 

• Participate in safety training and meetings.

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on natural gas compression equipment, including compressors, engines, and related systems.

• Work closely with other shop technicians and Shop Manager to address equipment issues and improve operational efficiency.

• Ensure all repairs and maintenance tasks are performed to the highest quality standards and in accordance with manufacturer specifications.

Education & Certifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, or related field preferred.

Work Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in maintenance and repair of natural gas compression equipment or similar mechanical systems.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Demands

• Requires operation of heavy equipment.

• Requires employee to stand for up to 75% of the time.

• Requires employee to climb ladders or stairs to inspecting, repairing, and painting equipment.

• Must be able to frequently lift at least 10 pounds, infrequent lifting of > 50 lbs.

• High noise environment (>85dbA) will occur with ear protection.

• Potential, controlled, exposure to hazardous chemicals.

• Requires work in outdoor conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold.

• Requires moving and maintaining self in different positions—stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

• Must wear all required PPE, including fire-retardant clothing, hard hats, face shields, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.

• Requires an employee to frequently type and use computer and other office equipment such as a copier, printer, calendar, telephone, etc.

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