Responsibilities Essential Duties : - Demonstrate mechanical and pipefitting skills and increasing proficiency in accurately and efficiently inspecting engines, coolers, compressor clearances and ...
Responsibilities Essential Duties : - Demonstrate mechanical and pipefitting skills and increasing proficiency in accurately and efficiently inspecting engines, coolers, compressor clearances and ...
Knowledge: - High level of knowledge in preservation procedure relative to gas compressor equipment ... Essential Duties : - Demonstrate mechanical and pipefitting skills and increasing proficiency in ...
Knowledge: - High level of knowledge in preservation procedure relative to gas compressor equipment ... Essential Duties : - Demonstrate mechanical and pipefitting skills and increasing proficiency in ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
$30 - $36/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
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Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
$30 - $36/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
$30 - $36/hr
Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
$30 - $36/hr
Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
$30 - $36/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Quick apply
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
$30 - $36/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
Taloga, OK · On-site
$17 - $23.25/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
Taloga, OK · On-site
$17 - $23.25/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
$30 - $36/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
$30 - $36/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Field Technician (Hennessey, OK Area)
Hennessey, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of ...
Field Technician (Hennessey, OK Area)
Hennessey, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area) (Hiring Immediately)
Taloga, OK · On-site
$17 - $23.25/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area) (Hiring Immediately)
Taloga, OK · On-site
$17 - $23.25/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of ...
Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
Taloga, OK · On-site
$30 - $36/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Quick apply
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
Taloga, OK · On-site
$30 - $36/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a ...
Field Technician (Hennessey, OK Area)
Hennessey, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a company ...
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Field Technician (Hennessey, OK Area)
Hennessey, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and want to be part of a company ...
Field Technician (Blanchard, OK Area)
Blanchard, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Job Type Full-time Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and ...
Field Technician (Blanchard, OK Area)
Blanchard, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Job Type Full-time Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
Taloga, OK · On-site
$30 - $36/hr
Job Type Full-time Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently ...
Field Technician III (Taloga, OK Area)
Taloga, OK · On-site
$30 - $36/hr
Job Type Full-time Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician III to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently ...
Field Technician (Blanchard, OK Area)
Blanchard, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
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Field Technician (Blanchard, OK Area)
Blanchard, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
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Field Technician (Hennessey, OK Area)
Hennessey, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
Job Type Full-time Description Midwest Compressor Systems is seeking a motivated Field Technician to join our growing team. If you have a strong mechanical aptitude, enjoy working independently, and ...
Field Technician (Hennessey, OK Area)
Hennessey, OK · On-site
$20 - $35/hr
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Mechanical Superintendent
Skiatook, OK · On-site
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| Aspect | Compressor Mechanic | HVAC Technician |
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| Certifications | Refrigeration, HVAC, or compressor-specific certifications | EPA Certification, HVAC licenses |
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Archrock rating
7.9
Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
29th of 75 rated oil and gas companies
Job description
Performs preservation and inspection work on fleet gas compression equipment components and instruments (e.g., pumps, controllers, valves, etc.) at assigned Make-ready yard location and others as needed.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties :
- Demonstrate mechanical and pipefitting skills and increasing proficiency in accurately and efficiently inspecting engines, coolers, compressor clearances and wear and electrical testing.
- Use electronics (panel), hydraulic, tubing skills to preserve engines, compressors, coolers and process systems and shrink wrap engine and lube boxes with only general supervision.
- Perform NORM testing on all units arriving from field locations and document results. Assist with the documentation of hazardous materials and fluids that arrive from the field.
Non-Essential Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.
All employees shall be in compliance with the Archrock Health Safety and Environmental Policy and local, statutory and/or regulatory requirements at all times.
Qualifications
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to:
- Work effectively under time-sensitive deadlines, provide status reports and ensure that documents and work flow are complete and accurate.
- Operate a forklift as needed to move materials and/or equipment.
- Comply with all applicable safety and environmental policies and procedures.
- Read, write, speak and understand English and/or fully understand daily work instructions (operating and safety procedures).
- Basic math and computer skills with ability to use Excel, Word and Oracle.
Knowledge:
- High level of knowledge in preservation procedure relative to gas compressor equipment preservation and inspection.
- Knowledge of relevant HSE procedures and regulations.
- Knowledge of basic hand and mechanic tools.
- General mechanical knowledge.
- Basic computer skills (Excel, word and email).
Minimum Education and Certification:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver license.
- Must provide own hand tools up to 1 1/4".
Minimum Experience:
- Typically at least 1 year experience in engine, compressor mechanics, production equipment and gas compression.
Leadership:
- May serve as a resource to others with less experience.
- Often called on to assist in training or mentoring less experienced mechanics.
Physical Demands: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions)
- Must be fit for duty for the job tasks being performed.
- Must meet the medical requirements necessary to wear PPE (includes respiratory protection medical requirements) as required by role.
- Frequently required to display good manual dexterity and to reach with hands and arms.
- Constantly required to talk and hear.
- Frequently required to sit while driving or using a PC.
- Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, and twist with good balance.
- Occasionally required to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds and to push and pull up to 110 pounds.
- Occasionally required to carry at least 40 pounds with one hand for at least 10 feet.
- Occasionally required to crawl, climb in and around equipment, stairs and vertical ladders.
- Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Problem Solving and Innovation:
- Most assignments regularly require some problem identification and resolution.
- Implements solutions to non-recurring problems by analyzing, interpreting and evaluating various precedents and data.
- Anticipates and proactively solves moderately complex problems using internal and external resource.
- Routinely identifies opportunities and provides ideas, methods and innovations to enhance teamwork, efficiency and quality.
Impact:
- Actions and decisions impact operational results in work group or project team.
This job description is a summary of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees are expected to perform tasks, as assigned by supervisor, regardless of job title or routine job duties.
About Us
Archrock is a premier provider of natural gas compression services to customers in the energy industry throughout the U.S. and a leading supplier of aftermarket services to customers who own compression equipment. With approximately 1,000 employees, our unmatched expertise and team of highly qualified, certified technicians are backed by more than 70 years of industry experience.
Archrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
About the Team
At Archrock, we value our people, over and above the generous compensation and benefits we offer. We strive to be good stewards of their careers. Career paths are well defined and room for growth is available to everyone. Employees have the flexibility and support to pursue different roles within the company. And in an operation that has locations across the United States they have the freedom to relocate if they desire.
About Archrock
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Our mission is to power a cleaner America by delivering reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions to our customers. So if you're looking for a company that values your contributions and is committed to powering a cleaner America, Archrock is the place for you. Join us today and be a part of a team that's making a difference in the world.
Industry
Oil and gas extraction
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Houston, TX, US
Year founded
1954