Field Service Technician- Carthage TX

POSITION SUMMARY: CherCo is seeking motivated individuals in Carthage, TX, and the surrounding area. This position will be responsible for troubleshooting, routine maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on natural gas engines and compressors. Caterpillar 3500 experience preferred. This is not a rotation position. You must live within one hour of the designated service area. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  may include any or all of the following. 

• Perform scheduled preventive and corrective field mechanical service on gas compression units.
• Always represent the Company professionally and provide outstanding customer service while performing all assigned tasks.
• Responsible for submitting accurate maintenance reports, expense reports, timesheets, and other necessary paperwork daily.
• Inventory control – manage the supply, storage, and accessibility of parts and tools to ensure adequate availability for work without excessive oversupply or shrinkage.
• Diagnose engine/compressor failures accurately and efficiently.
• Conduct timely rebuilds/overhauls of compressors, engines, and controls on gas compressor packages in the shop.
• Respond to recurring problems and emergency services, as needed.
• Help coordinate the setting of new units and conduct start-up testing.
• Other duties may include mechanical and electrical assignments related to natural gas compressor systems and associated equipment.

 POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (COMPETENCY STATEMENTS):

• Proven knowledge of machines and tools, materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of compression units.
• Motivated self-starter capable of working independently and efficiently with little or no supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Proven ability to write clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Demonstrated ability to provide personal customer service and satisfaction.  This includes assessing customer needs, meeting service quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
• Proven ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; listen and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Proven ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, take responsibility for own actions, keep commitments, complete tasks on time, or notify the appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changes in the work environment; manage competing demands; change approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Proven ability to identify and resolve problems promptly; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions.
• Proven ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 3-5+ years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Experience with Murphy EICS, Centurion, and Altronic systems. Experience with Ariel, Gemini, Ajax, Caterpillar 3500, 379, 398, 399, and 3300 series engines and compressors 

Computer skills:

• Adequate level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Applications.

 Certifications & Licenses:

• Valid Driver’s License.

BENEFITS STATEMENT:

• Benefits package to include paid time off, medical, prescription, dental, and vision, life and disability plans, along with flexible spending accounts, and an additional benefit program.

Compensation: Hourly DOE