Compressor Mechanic Job Description
Title: Compressor Mechanic
Location: Midland, TX
Schedule: 10/4
Hours: 10 hr – 12 hr days
Pay: $30 - $44 / hr
Hierarchy Breakdown:
Works Directly Alongside: Mechanical team and compressor mechanic on location to resolve relevant issues.
Compressor Mechanic will have the Knowledge and Ability to Perform the Following:
- Repair and Maintain compressors with 250 – 1200 HP
- Possess knowledge and ability to independently diagnose engine/compressor failures accurately and efficiently.
- Use intermediate computer skills, including engine specific software (Caterpillar), Internet Explorer and Outlook.
- Lead and complete, accurate, and timely rebuilds/overhauls of compressors, engines, and controls on compressor packages in the field in adverse conditions with no supervision.
- Troubleshooting of electrical systems, controls, and unit control panels such as Murphy, Altronic, and Allen Bradley; complete advanced engine tuning functions to adjust engine performance and emissions on multiple major OEM’s to include CAT 3500 series and CAT 3600 series.
- Commissioning and start-up inspections with no supervision.
- Possess knowledge and ability to perform mechanical inspection using micrometers, pressure gauges, electronic diagnostic equipment, and other specialty tools independently.
- Demonstrate proficiency in accurately and efficiently diagnosing and repairing mechanical problems on multiple compressor configurations
- Ability to work independently to respond and repair recurring problems and emergency services as needed, must be able to work on-call rotation schedule
- Service and provide preventive and corrective field mechanical service on Centrifugal and Reciprocating compressors.
- Disassembles repairs and reassembles components and equipment to ensure proper alignment, balance, and tolerances.
- Remove and clean compressor rotors
- Replace and install gear boxes
- Inspecting equipment by checking bearing clearances rotor conditions, etc.
- Perform compressor repairs with disassembly (including mechanical seal removal)
- At least 5+ years’ experience with Compressors and Electrical engines, as well as a working knowledge of production equipment
- APPLICANTS MUST LIVE WITHIN Midland, Midkiff, TX area
- Able to drive around 300 miles/day
- Must have experience with (pumping units, plunger lifts, gas lifts, ESP’s, VRU’s, and VRT’s)
- Necessary computer documentation and data entry daily
- Must be willing to undergo Background check and driving record check
- Must be able to pass DOT drug screening
Top Focus of this Position:
- This person will work alongside Compressor Mechanics and/or Compressor team to effectively resolve any issues on units and relevant production equipment in the field.
