Compressor Service Technician Helper

Proudly serving the oil and gas industry since 1960, J-W Power Company provides leasing, sales, parts and service of natural gas compression equipment. We are one of the largest privately-owned compression fleet organizations in the United States and a proven industry leader with an impeccable reputation for field service.  Our greatest asset is our culture, our people and the significant role each employee plays in the success of the organization. 

POSITION SUMMARY:

This entry level position serves as an assistant to one or more Compressor Service Technicians either in a shop or field environment.  Assigned tasks will vary from manual to clerical depending on the immediate need of the partner technicians and will be closely supervised to ensure acceptable completion in a safe manner. This position may drive a company vehicle on occasion but is not permanently assigned a vehicle.      

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

• Change filters, spark plugs, hoses, catalyst elements and perform minor maintenance of other compressor package components.
• Assist Compressor Service Technicians with larger maintenance tasks by scraping gaskets, cleaning and painting parts, retrieving tools, barring over engines, etc.
• Take unit readings and enter data, preparing service reports, timesheets and inspection reports as required to facilitate timely report submission.
• Provide assistance with inventory control by maintaining accurate cycle counts.
• Maintain organizational housekeeping and cleaning of compressors and facilities.
• Assisting Compressor Service Technicians with other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (COMPETENCY STATEMENTS):

• Some knowledge of machines, materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of compression units.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude with willingness to learn new tasks.
• 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 customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of 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 notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• No previous experience required.

Computer skills:

• Adequate level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Applications.

Certifications & Licenses:

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Forklift Certification or the ability to obtain one.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

GENERAL STATEMENT:

• This job description is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities.  Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.  The Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform based on business necessity.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT:

• To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus; these requirements can be met with the use of corrective lenses.

O (Occasionally)                       Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 – 2.5 hrs/day)

F (Frequently)                            Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 – 5.5 hrs/day)

C (Constantly)                           Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

N (Not Applicable)                   Activity is not applicable to this position

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

BENEFITS STATEMENT:

• Benefits package to include: paid time off, 401(k) plan and company match, medical, prescription, dental and vision, life and disability plans, along with flexible spending accounts, and additional benefit programs.

COMPENSATION STATEMENT:

• Compensation is commensurate with skill level and experience. Position is eligible for annual bonus consideration based on achievement of company performance targets and individual goals.