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 jobsProvide 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 compressorsCoordinate 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 performanceEnsure that you comply with all company and customer policies and proceduresComplete appropriate paperwork as directed and report progress of projects to VP of OperationsContinually hone and develop skills in line with technological advances of the industryAble to work in a team environment as a contributing team leader and capable of working alone when requiredClearly communicate all challenges, failures, and successes.Carry yourself in a professional manner in line with the core values of K&R OperatingQualifications:Strong decision making and communication skillsProficient in diagnosing and completing failure analysisAdaptability to new technologyMust be proficient with current industry standards for commissioning and installation of various compression and power generation equipmentAdvanced 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 fieldOperate 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 GEDFormal vocational training preferred15+ years of engine and compressor maintenance experience preferredAdvanced Emissions controls, Control Panel and I&E experienceAdvanced Caterpillar, Waukesha and other natural gas engine experienceAdvanced Ariel, GE and other natural gas compressor experienceLanguage SkillsAbility to read, write and speak fluently in EnglishCertificates and Licenses:Must have a valid driver's license and be able to maintain an acceptable driving recordIndustry OEM Training and Certificates strongly preferredPhysical DemandsOften required to lift heavy objectsSpend long periods of time standingWork reasonable lengths of time in hot and cold environmentsMust frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.