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Summary  

The Field Service Technician, AMS is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing natural gas compression equipment. This role requires technical expertise, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality. This position will work closely with external customers and internal team members to ensure that all equipment is functioning efficiently and safely. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities  

• Coordinates and performs the job activities in a manner consistent with Kodiak’s procedures, goals, and objectives. 

• Required to troubleshoot some complex repairs and major equipment overhauls. 

• Builds and maintains customer relationships. 

• Troubleshoot and diagnose all levels of compressor system failures. 

• Optimize compression equipment performance. 

• Completes the proper reports and actions required by the area’s operating procedures/policies. 

• Analyzes the job parts and supply inventory to effectively communicate with Supply Chain, ensuring a sufficient level of parts for optimal job performance. 

• Prioritize repair work when there are competing demands. 

• Assess repair/replacement needs and identify the best solution. 

• Perform consistent inspections and maintenance of units to proactively ensure unit health. 

Education & Certifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Technical or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, or related field preferred. 

Work Experience 

• 3+ years of compressor maintenance or related industry experience required. 

• Caterpillar G3600/G3500 Natural Gas Engine experience preferred. 

Skills & Abilities 

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills. 

• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment. 

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics. 

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. 

• Good communication and teamwork skills. 

Physical Demands 

• Requires operation of heavy equipment. 

• Requires employee to stand for up to 75% of the time. 

• Requires employee to climb ladders or stairs. 

• Intermittent lifting of > 50lbs from the ground. 

• High noise environment (>85dbA) will occur with ear protection. 

• Potential, controlled, exposure to hazardous chemicals. 

• Requires work in outdoor conditions, including extreme heat and extreme cold. 

• Overtime, extended, or non-traditional working hours may be required. 

• Requires moving and maintaining self in different positions—stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. 

• Must wear all required PPE, including fire-retardant clothing, hard hats, face shields, hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots. 

• Requires an employee to frequently type and use computer and other office equipment such as a copier, printer, calendar, telephone, etc.