Field Service Technician

USA Compression Partners, LP

About the Role

The Field Service Technician (FST) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of natural gas compression equipment within an assigned territory. This role supports USA Compression’s field operations by ensuring equipment uptime, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and providing high-quality service to internal and external customers. The FST works independently in remote field environments and plays a critical role in maintaining operational continuity for midstream partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance & Repair
• Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance on natural gas compression equipment, including engines, compressors, coolers, and associated components.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation issues to minimize downtime.
• Conduct engine overhauls, compressor rebuilds, and component replacements as needed.
• Complete start-ups, shutdowns, and commissioning activities safely and efficiently.
• Operational Support
• Monitor equipment performance and operating conditions; identify and escalate abnormal trends.
• Respond to call-outs and emergency situations to restore equipment functionality.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with USA Compression standards, OEM specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Submit accurate maintenance reports, expense reports, timesheets, and other necessary paperwork daily.
• Safety & Compliance
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental guidelines.
• Participate in safety meetings, audits, and required training.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including service reports, work orders, and parts usage.
• Customer & Team Collaboration
• Serve as the primary field contact for customers, providing professional communication and timely updates.
• Coordinate with operations, logistics, and engineering teams to support equipment needs.
• Maintain company tools, vehicles, and equipment in clean, safe working condition.

Qualifications

• Required Education:
• High school diploma or GED.
• Required Experience (based on job level):
• Level C: 0-2 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience.
• Level B: 2-4 years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience.
• Level A: 4+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent work experience.
• Required Qualifications:
• Mechanical aptitude and experience with engines, rotating equipment, heavy machinery, or natural gas compression.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, service bulletins, and operating information.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work independently in outdoor, remote, and sometimes harsh field environments.
• Professional communication and customer-service skills.
• Must provide required small hand tools.
• Use torque wrenches and hand tools requiring approximately 20 to 600 pounds of force.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Gas compression experience with CAT, Ariel, and/or Cummins equipment or certifications.
• Technical certification or vocational training in diesel technology, natural gas engines, or industrial maintenance.
• Experience in midstream oil and gas field operations.

Working Conditions

• This position is fully onsite and 100% field based.
• Work is performed in outdoor environments with potential exposure to rotating equipment, industrial hazards, hazardous chemicals and materials, and elevated noise levels.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to climb ladders and access elevated work areas up to 25 feet in height.
• Must be capable of standing, walking, kneeling, bending, squatting, twisting, and performing other physical activities for extended periods.
• Regular travel throughout the assigned service territory is required, with occasional overnight travel.
• Participation in a rotating 24-hour on-call schedule is required, including responding to emergency callouts and unscheduled service needs.