Recip Technician, Senior

Kodiak Gas Services, LLC • $80K — $95K *
Pecos, TX 79772In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of advanced experience with reciprocating engines or generators.
  • Ability to solve complex technical problems and conduct root-cause analysis.
  • Strong skills in schematics, controls, and diagnostic software.
  • Experience contributing to procedure development and maintenance program improvements.

Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced diagnostics on complex failures of reciprocating generators and auxiliary systems.
  • Lead root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions and revised procedures.
  • Provide commissioning support and optimize performance of major components.
  • Mentor Intermediate and Entry Technicians, acting as a technical escalation point.
  • Develop and standardize maintenance procedures and troubleshooting guides.
  • Tackle challenging field issues across multiple sites with minimal oversight.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for technical mentorship and leadership experience.
  • Engagement with a diverse range of complex technical issues.
  • Travel opportunities that enhance professional exposure on a global scale.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

Highest-level reciprocating engine specialist responsible for complex diagnostics, commissioning support, fleet reliability, and continuous improvement of maintenance programs. Operates independently across sites and serves as a technical authority for field teams.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Perform advanced diagnostics and resolve complex or novel failures on reciprocating generators and auxiliary systems.
  • Lead root-cause analysis efforts and implement sustainable corrective actions and revised procedures.
  • Provide commissioning support, major component troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
  • Support and mentor Intermediate and Entry Technicians; serve as technical escalation point.
  • Develop, improve, and standardize maintenance procedures, troubleshooting guides, and reliability practices.
  • Support toughest field issues across multiple sites with minimal oversight.

Education, Experience & Training
  • 5+ years of advanced reciprocating engine or generator experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and perform root-cause analysis.
  • Strong schematic, controls, and diagnostic software literacy.
  • Proven contribution to procedure development, reliability, or maintenance program improvement.


Certifications

Valid Driver's License, with Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) within acceptable parameters of Company Policy.

Physical Demands
  • Operation of heavy equipment and tools.
  • Standing up to 75% of the time; sitting up to 25% of the time.
  • Ability to climb ladders or stairs and maintain balance without assistance.
  • Frequent lifting of at least 10 pounds; infrequent lifting over 50 pounds.
  • Work in high-noise environments (>85 dBA) with required hearing protection.
  • Work outdoors in extreme heat and cold; controlled exposure to hazardous chemicals.
  • Use of required PPE including FR clothing, hard hats, hearing, eye, and foot protection.


Travel Requirements

Position may require domestic and international travel and overnight stays depending on business needs. Travel may exceed 50% and may occur on short notice.

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About Kodiak Gas Services, LLC

Kodiak Gas Services, LLC is a leading provider of natural gas compression services to the oil and gas industry. The company provides a full range of services including design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of natural gas compression equipment. Kodiak Gas Services, LLC was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Learn more about Kodiak Gas Services, LLC
Size
200 employees
Industry
Net Income
$20 million
Founded
2011
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$100 million

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