Service Technician II

Burckhardt Compression is looking for a Service Technician II. The positon is responsible for the service and maintenance of gas engine compressor packages and associate equipment for multiple applications.

Responsibilities Include:

• Interpret Compressor Performance runs and other OEM Software.
• Provide higher level of preventative and corrective field mechanical service on gas compression process and/or production equipment on site at client locations.
• Complete troubleshooting and repairing equipment packages and systems.
• Provide labor guidance and coordination required for immediate repair needs and major equipment overhauls and operation.
• Identify and address equipment package and plant inefficiencies/issues.
• Install and perform minor and major overhauls on all equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of electrical systems and maintenance and service on them.
• Takes initiative and fulfills duties consistent with company standards policies and controllable expense budget.
• Provide input to Supervisor on personnel and materials needs to provide optimal job planning.
• Provide leadership and training to new Service Technicians.
• Provide equipment Start-up/Commissioning.
• Maintain knowledge of purging and loading practices/procedures.
• Performs the job activities in a manner consistent with the project goals and objectives; Stops activities that are unsafe for personnel or the environment when they occur or about to occur.
• Complete proper reports/actions required by the locations operating policies including the completion of Daily Service Reports.
• Review job parts & supply inventory to minimize investment while maintaining a sufficient level to ensure proper job performance.
• Fill in as a Supervisor and/or Lead Service Technician when needed.

Education / Experience / Language

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Vocational School or Associated Degree preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in the field or certificate of completion from acceptable trade school or military training and experience in related field

Skill Requirements:

• Valid drivers license
• Read write speak and understand basic English
• Successfully comply with and complete the OSHA required Respiratory Questionnaire process with a Licensed Health Care Provider
• Currently comply with and/or be able to successfully complete Health Safety training
• Must be able to provide his/her own small hand tools as directed by Operations Management.
• Ability to identify workplace Safety Health and Environmental hazards and how to eliminate or mitigate such hazards.
• Basic understanding of Gas & Oil properties conditions and theories.
• Basic understanding of Compressor and Production Equipment types models and theory of operation.
• Basic understanding of Installation Assembly Commissioning Trouble Shooting and Repair procedures related to gas compressors and production equipment.
• Knowledge of Pressure Ratings Piping Schedules Safety Systems rated to installation and commissioning of gas compressors and production equipment.
• Thorough understanding of tooling is utilized to install maintain and operate Gas Compressors and Production Equipment.
• Construction site Health Safety and Environmental work practices and procedures.
• Ability to Read/Write/Communicate in English.
• Ability to decipher P&IDs Blueprints Installation Instructions and Technical Manuals.
• Strong mechanical ability related to Assembly and Disassembly.
• Aptitude to Trouble Shoot and Repair malfunctioning equipment.
• Proficient in computer skills necessary to submit detailed reports documentation and utilize OEM Soft/Firm ware related to commissioning.

Burckhardt Compression US is currently hiring for Service Technician II at our New Iberia LA operation.

This role responsible for service and maintenance of gas engine compressor packages and associate equipment for multiple applications

Essential Duties Include:

• Interpret Compressor Performance runs and other OEM Software.
• Provide higher level of preventative and corrective field mechanical service on gas compression process and/or production equipment on site at client locations.
• Complete troubleshooting and repairing equipment packages and systems.
• Provide labor guidance and coordination required for immediate repair needs and major equipment overhauls and operation.
• Identify and address equipment package and plant inefficiencies/issues.
• Install and perform minor and major overhauls on all equipment.
• Maintain knowledge of electrical systems and maintenance and service on them.
• Takes initiative and fulfills duties consistent with company standards policies and controllable expense budget.
• Provide input to Supervisor on personnel and materials needs to provide optimal job planning.
• Provide leadership and training to new Field Technicians.
• Assist in equipment Start-up/Commissioning.
• Maintain knowledge of Purging and loading practices/procedures.
• Performs the job activities in a manner consistent with the project goals and objectives; Stops activities that are unsafe for personnel or the environment when they occur or about to occur.
• Complete proper reports/actions required by the locations operating policies including the completion of Daily Service Reports.
• Review job parts & supply inventory to minimize investment while maintaining a sufficient level to insure proper job performance.
• Fill in as a Supervisor and/or Lead Field Service Technician when needed.

Qualified candidates should have the following education / expereince:

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) / Vocational School or Associated Degree preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in the field or certificate of completion from acceptable trade school or military training and experience in related field
• Valid drivers license
• Read write speak and understand basic English
• Successfully comply to and complete the OSHA required Respiratory Questionnaire process with a Licensed Health Care Provider
• Currently comply with and/or be able to successfully complete Health Safety training
• Must be able to provide his/her own small hand tools as directed by Operations Management.
• Ability to identify workplace Safety Health and Environmental hazards and how to eliminate or mitigate such hazards.
• Basic understanding of Gas & Oil properties conditions and theories.
• Basic understanding of Compressor and Production Equipment types models and theory of operation.
• Basic understanding of Installation Assembly Commissioning Trouble Shooting and Repair procedures related to gas compressors and production equipment.
• Knowledge of Pressure Ratings Piping Schedules Safety Systems rated to installation and commissioning of gas compressors and production equipment.
• Thorough understanding of tooling utilized to install maintain and operate Gas Compressors and Production Equipment.
• Construction site Health Safety and Environmental work practices and procedures.
• Ability to Read/Write/Communicate in English.
• Ability to decipher P&IDs Blueprints Installation Instructions and Technical Manuals.
• Strong mechanical ability related to Assembly and Disassembly.
• Aptitude to Trouble Shoot and Repair malfunctioning equipment.

Burckhardt Compression offers the following benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Medical Dental Vision Benefits
• FSA and HSA Employer paid basic life 2x annual base STD / LTD and a variety of voluntary benefits to meet the needs of your family
• Health benefits start 1st of the month after date of hire
• 401k plan with 5% employer match
• Annual bonus incentive program
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card (varies based on position)
• Mobile Phone Allowance
• Structured career progression from Level 1 to Lead
• Ongoing training and technical development
• Supportive team culture and leadership
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge compression technologies

Burckhardt Compression creates leading compression solutions for a sustainable energy future and the long-term success of its customers. The Group is the only global manufacturer that covers a full range of reciprocating compressor technologies and services. Since 1844 its passionate customer-oriented and solution-driven workforce has set the benchmark in the gas compression industry.