Sr. Field Service Representative
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Installation Technician, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Burckhardt Compression (US) Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Field Service Representative to join our Field Service team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned mechanical professional with extensive experience working on reciprocating and centrifugal compressors, large diesel engines, or other heavy rotating/mechanical equipment. In this role, you will provide advanced technical support at customer locations, troubleshoot complex equipment issues, perform major repairs and overhauls, and serve as a senior technical resource for other field service personnel.
If you are a hands-on problem solver who thrives in the field, takes pride in quality workmanship, and enjoys solving challenging mechanical problems, we want to hear from you.
What You'll DoAs a Senior Field Service Representative, You Will
- Perform advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, installation, commissioning, and overhaul of reciprocating and centrifugal compressors and associated equipment.
- Diagnose complex mechanical and equipment performance issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
- Perform compressor inspections, measurements, alignments, adjustments, and component replacements.
- Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, equipment manuals, specifications, and service procedures.
- Use precision measurement instruments, specialty tools, and diagnostic equipment to verify equipment tolerances and operating conditions.
- Inspect compressors and components for wear, damage, and nonconformance and accurately document findings.
- Serve as a senior technical resource during complex service assignments and major equipment overhauls.
- Provide technical guidance and field support to Field Service Representatives and other service personnel.
- Coordinate field activities with customers, supervisors, project personnel, and internal departments.
- Clearly communicate equipment conditions, technical findings, repair recommendations, and job progress to customers and management.
- Complete service reports, inspection documentation, timesheets, and expense reports accurately and on time.
- Maintain company tools, equipment, vehicles, and other assigned assets.
- Follow all company, customer, and site-specific Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.
- Identify potential safety hazards and take appropriate action to maintain a safe work environment.
- Represent the company professionally while working at customer locations.
- Work independently with limited supervision and exercise sound technical judgment in field environments.
Required
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Strong mechanical background with experience servicing, repairing, troubleshooting, or overhauling heavy mechanical equipment.
- Advanced knowledge of reciprocating compressors, compressor components, and related equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to independently troubleshoot and diagnose complex mechanical issues.
- Experience using precision measurement instruments, specialty tools, and mechanical diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, equipment manuals, specifications, and service documentation.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally with customers, coworkers, and management.
- Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
- Ability to provide required personal hand tools as directed by Operations Management.
Preferred
- 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in field service, compressor maintenance and overhaul, large diesel engine repair, or heavy mechanical equipment.
- Vocational or technical school certification or an Associate Degree in a mechanical or related technical discipline.
- Direct experience with reciprocating and/or centrifugal compressors is highly preferred.
Candidates Must Be Available To
- Travel and remain at customer locations for the duration of field assignments.
- Work extended hours and overtime as required.
- Work weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments when business needs require.
- Work 10-12 hour days, which are typical during field assignments.
- Perform the physical labor necessary to complete field service assignments.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds using appropriate lifting techniques and procedures.
- Stand, walk, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, balance, push, pull, and perform overhead work.
- Safely use tools and mechanical equipment in industrial…
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