Lead Service Technician - New Iberia, Louisiana

Service Technician Lead is responsible for service and maintenance of gas engine compressor packages and associate equipment for multiple applications. Responsible for leading, supervising and training less-experienced Field Service Technicians.

• Location:  New Iberia, Louisiana
• Industry: Oil & Gas - Midstream Compression
• Job Type: Direct Hire, Full-Time, On Site/Field
  
• Pay: $40-$50/hour
• Bonus: Annual performance bonus based on pay grade
• Perk: Truck with fuel card
• Experience: 7-10+ Years
• Residency: Must live within 1 hour of New Iberia, Louisiana

Responsibilities

Our clients management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Lead the service and maintenance of gas engine compressor packages and associated equipment for multiple applications.
• Supervise and train less-experienced Field Service Technicians.
• Directly manage a team of Service Technicians in accordance with company policies.
• Assign and oversee the field workforce, including performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, issue resolution, and other HR functions as required.
• Monitor paperwork flow to ensure accuracy and completeness throughout the billing process.
• Calculate and interpret Compressor Performance runs and other OEM Software.
• Provide preventative and corrective field mechanical service on gas compression, process, and/or production equipment at client locations.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, packages, and systems.
• Conduct minor and major overhauls and revamps.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical abilities to set level and align prime mover to driven equipment using dial indicators and/or laser alignment tools.
• Provide labor, guidance, and coordination for immediate repair needs and major equipment overhauls and operation.
• Identify and address equipment, package, and plant inefficiencies/issues.
• Offer 24/7 coverage and be available for rotational callouts.
• Take initiative and fulfill duties consistent with company standards, policies, and controllable expense budget.
• Provide input to the Supervisor on personnel and materials needs for optimal job planning.
• Deliver leadership and training to new Field Technicians.
• Assist in equipment Start-up/Commissioning with a broad understanding of procedures and requirements.
• Be knowledgeable about purging and loading practices/procedures.
• Perform job activities in a manner consistent with the projects goals and objectives.

Safety Responsibilities - HSE Functions:

• Recognize and comply with Health, Safety, and Environmental rules and policies applicable to each location.
• Fully participate in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) program.
• Engage in Behavior-Based Safety programs (BBS).
• Report all incidents immediately to the supervisor.
• Fully participate in ARKOSs incident reporting and investigation program, as well as the customers incident reporting and investigation program.
• Fully participate in site-specific Emergency Action Plans.

Education:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Vocational/Trade school or Associate Degree (AA) preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 5-8 years experience, Ideal candidate will have 7 - 10 years' experience in the field or certificate of completion from an acceptable trade school or military training and experience in a related field.
• Successfully comply with and complete the OSHA required Respiratory Questionnaire process with a Licensed Health Care Provider.
• Must pass a Respiratory Protection Fit Test with a Licensed Health Care Provider.
• Currently comply with and/or be able to successfully complete Health Safety training applicable to job assignment and duties.

Skill Requirements:

• Possess a valid drivers license.
• Utilize special equipment and tools, including Dial Indicator and Laser Alignment Tools, Precision Measurement Tooling, Digital Pressure Measurement Tooling, Exhaust Gas Analyzer, Digital Volt and Ohm Meter (DVOM), Laptop Computer with related original equipment manufacturer Software and Firmware, Hydraulic Torque Tooling, Gas Detector, Colorimetric Stain Tubes, Escape, Rescue, and Work Air Packs SCBA (as applicable).