MASTER TECHNICIAN -- WTX/New Mexico

At K&R Operating our employees are what makes the difference. As our industry changes one thing remains constant, great people make a great company, our success is due to the great people that work here. K&R Operating is staffed with certified, professional and experienced full-service personnel capable of handling all equipment needs. Our technicians specialize in all makes and models of engines and compressors. Join us and be a part of the new standard!

Summary: This is a full-time Master Technician position located in WTX/New Mexico. This individual must have 20+ years of natural gas compression experience.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to Area Managers and mentorship to Field Technicians working on a variety of jobs
• Provide onsite technical expertise and leadership performing skilled tasks including all levels of maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on a wide variety of natural gas engine and compressors
• Coordinate with team members, management, and customers to ensure projects are completed on time and on budget.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose all levels of compressor system failures and optimize compression equipment performance
• Ensure that you comply with all company and customer policies and procedures
• Complete appropriate paperwork as directed and report progress of projects to VP of Operations
• Continually hone and develop skills in line with technological advances of the industry
• Able to work in a team environment as a contributing team leader and capable of working alone when required
• Clearly communicate all challenges, failures, and successes.
• Carry yourself in a professional manner in line with the core values of K&R Operating

Qualifications:

• Strong decision making and communication skills
• Proficient in diagnosing and completing failure analysis
• Adaptability to new technology
• Must be proficient with current industry standards for commissioning and installation of various compression and power generation equipment
• Advanced proficiency in natural gas compressor and engine maintenance.
• Possess strong working knowledge of surface production equipment.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills to general electronic and mechanical control problems.
• Possess the strong skills to lead employees in the field
• Operate and provide training to Field Technicians on all types of diagnostic tools and have a full set of hand tools as defined by company standards.
• Willing to travel 75% of the time and for extended periods of time.
• Required to pass all drug-related and background testing.
• Superior customer-relation skills.
• Attend training and leadership classes and/or seminars as required.
• Should have strong computer skills and be capable of utilizing the computer as an appropriate diagnostic tool.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Formal vocational training preferred
• 15+ years of engine and compressor maintenance experience preferred
• Advanced Emissions controls, Control Panel and I&E experience
• Advanced Caterpillar, Waukesha and other natural gas engine experience
• Advanced Ariel, GE and other natural gas compressor experience

Language Skills

• Ability to read, write and speak fluently in English

Certificates and Licenses:

• Must have a valid driver's license and be able to maintain an acceptable driving record
• Industry OEM Training and Certificates strongly preferred

Physical Demands

• Often required to lift heavy objects
• Spend long periods of time standing
• Work reasonable lengths of time in hot and cold environments
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

FREE medical and vision coverage for all K&R employees, industry leading medical coverage for dependents, 401k with company match, dental coverage, short-term and long-term disability and MORE