Field Service Technician – Natural Gas Compression
Location: Travel USA
Pay: $45/hr – $65/hr + overtime
Schedule: 10 days on / 10 days off
We’re working with a natural gas contract compression company seeking a Field Service Technician to maintain engine-driven reciprocating compressor packages across its customer sites.
You’ll take ownership of assigned units within a service territory, keeping equipment running safely, responding to breakdowns and minimising downtime across gas gathering and production operations.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform scheduled maintenance and breakdown repairs on Ariel reciprocating compressors and Caterpillar / Waukesha natural gas engines.
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Troubleshoot engine misfires, shutdowns, overheating, lubrication faults and compressor performance issues.
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Inspect and replace compressor valves, packing, piston rings and other wear components.
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Maintain ignition, fuel, cooling and lubrication systems.
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Monitor operating pressures, temperatures and equipment condition to identify developing faults.
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Support package startups, equipment changeouts and major repairs alongside overhaul teams.
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Record maintenance, operating hours, parts usage and repair findings.
What We’re Looking For
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Field experience maintaining natural gas engine-driven reciprocating compressor packages.
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Hands-on knowledge of Ariel compressors, CAT 3500 / 3600 engines and/or Waukesha engines.
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Ability to diagnose faults independently and manage maintenance across multiple sites.
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Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the assigned territory.
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Availability for an on-call rotation and occasional out-of-hours breakdown support.
Desirable
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Previous experience with a contract compression provider.
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Familiarity with Murphy or FW Murphy controls, electronic ignition systems and remote equipment monitoring.
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Experience supporting compressor commissioning, startups and overhauls.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Harrison Roberts