Compressor Mechanic IV

  • Kinetik
  • Artesia, New Mexico
  • Full Time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Sr Compressor Mechanic will safely and efficiently perform maintenance on all equipment as directed by his/her Maintenance Supervisor.

Report to work on time or as scheduledBe prepared to work late when requiredTurn in weekly reports to SupervisorAdvise Supervisor on any changes on equipment or purchases that might need his approvalMaintain vehicle in good mechanical & clean conditionReport to supervisor before beginning daily assignmentsPerform Task in a safe & responsible mannerResponsible for performing preventative maintenance or work on all Kinetik equipment in plants & field per work orders or assigned by supervisor & as neededKeep equipment clean & in good working conditionAttend all safety meetings if possibleCompressor mechanics will be responsible for troubleshooting and performing maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on:

Caterpillar/Waukesha Engines & Ariel compressors5000 HP CAT Electric motorsCooler fansValves on equipment & linesElectrical & controls on skids

All other duties as assigned

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent requiredMinimum of 5+ years(s) of related work experience. CAT 3500 & 3600 Experience preferred.Possess and maintain a valid driver license to include a safe driving record satisfactory to the companyGood communicator, work planner with excellent work ethics and good background in computer applications

Working Conditions:

Driving on a daily basis, requiring a valid driver's license and ability to drive safely in different types of weather conditions to various locations.Will be working outdoors in adverse and/or extreme weather conditions.Works in temperature extremes due to both weather conditions and operating equipment.Will be working in conditions where frequent loud noises occur.Will be working in areas where hazardous materials require the prolonged wearing of PPE.Will be working in close quarters while kneeling, sitting, squatting, standing, or lying down while holding tools and/or equipment.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standardsAbility to work effectively in all working conditions noted above.Uses physical force to lift, push, pull and hold equipment and toolsClimbs and works at various heights and may work in a standing, sitting, lying down, crouched or kneeling positionRoutinely reacts to visual, aural and other signals, including alarms and instructions, and is required to visually inspect workMust be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level, carry and lift up to 50 lbs., manually transport a load up to 75 lbs., apply up to 100-foot pounds of torque

Job ID: 519714636
Originally Posted on: 5/3/2026

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