Kodiak Gas Services

Overview

Kodiak values its employees and focuses on providing professional development and training to deliver industry-leading service. The Field Service Technician, Lead position is a senior-level role responsible for operational compression jobs, providing mentorship, and ensuring equipment availability.

Responsibilities

• Directs, coordinates, and performs job activities consistent with Kodiak’s procedures.
• Acts as an informal mentor and leader in the area.
• Participates in all HSE related activities and serves as a safety expert.
• Troubleshoots complex repairs and major equipment overhauls.
• Repairs all electrical issues.
• Cultivates and maintains customer relationships.
• Provides input to the Area Manager on personnel needs for maintenance.
• Analyzes job parts and supply inventory for optimal performance.
• Ensures 98% or better mechanical availability of equipment.
• Maintains assigned units in a clean condition.
• Completes reports and actions required by operating procedures.
• Guides and leads lower levels of Field Service Technicians.
• Provides 24/7 coverage and is available for on-call rotations.
• May backfill Area Manager as necessary.
• Performs additional tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: OEM, Trade School and/or 5+ years comparable work experience.
• Successful completion of Kodiak’s Short Service Employee program and 3 years in an intermediate Field Technician role.
• Deep knowledge in gas processes and mechanics of motor compressors.
• 5+ years of compression process, production, and equipment experience.
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Complete knowledge of compressor packages and systems.
• Beginning knowledge of area financials.
• Working knowledge of business processes and workflows.
• Mentorship training and beginning leadership skills.
• Main competencies include teamwork, effective communication, analytical capability, and customer focus.
• Working knowledge of relevant HSE procedures and regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable MVR required.
• Cat, Waukesha, and Ariel Certifications preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Additional Information

• Requires operation of heavy equipment.
• Requires standing for up to 75% of the time.
• Requires climbing ladders or stairs for inspections and repairs.
• Must frequently lift at least 10 pounds and infrequently lift over 50 pounds.
• High noise environment will occur with ear protection.
• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Requires work in outdoor conditions, including extreme temperatures.
• Requires various physical positions to accomplish tasks.