Field Supervisor - Rotator

Knowledge: 

• Thorough knowledge of gas engines and compressors, electrical systems, panel boards, controls, skid wiring, etc., through advanced training or performance verification. 

• Knowledge of new technologies. 

• Thorough knowledge of relevant HSE procedures and regulations. 

• Knowledge of company maintenance scheduler and other company software tools. 

• Fully understands customer’s production equipment. 

• Fully understands all processes and systems how compressor works regardless of types, makes or models used in the region. 

• Advanced knowledge of mechanical / electro-mechanical failure analysis and investigation. 

• Advanced compression and engine performance. 

• Understanding of Pulsation and Vibration. 

• Ability to read Performance Curves to adjust compressor package. 

Minimum Education and Certification: 

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred. 

• Valid driver's license and a good driving record. 

• Gas or diesel engine and compressor school / training preferred. 

Minimum Experience: 

• Typically at least 8 years of experience with natural gas engines and compressors. 

• Large and small horsepower (HP) experience preferred. 

• Demonstrated history of successful and safe service experience. 

Leadership: 

• Frequently leads, monitors and checks work of at least 3 technicians. 

• Trains team members to improve skill, productivity, safety, quality and processes. 

• Provide technical mentoring, aligned with company and OEM standards, to upcoming technicians. 

• Gives input for hire, fire, and job changes. 

• Gives input for performance review, discipline and issues. 

• Champions HSE in the team. 

Physical Demands: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions) 

• Must be fit for duty for the job tasks being performed - Refer to WorkSaver Systemssm for full details. 

• Must meet the medical requirements necessary to wear PPE required by role (includes respiratory protection medical requirements as required by role). 

• Constantly required to display good manual dexterity and to reach with hands and arms. 

• Constantly required to talk and hear. 

• Frequently required to sit while driving or using a PC. 

• Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, and twist with good balance. 

• Regularly required to lift, move and carry up to 50 pounds and to push and pull up to 110 pounds. 

• Occasionally required to carry at least 40 pounds with one hand for at least 10 feet. 

• Occasionally required to crawl, climb in and around equipment, stairs and vertical ladders. 

• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

• Extensive Travel. 

• Drives and works in inclement weather for extended periods. 

Problem Solving and Innovation: 

• Requires no help and covers most difficult situations for Call Outs (CO), Preventative Maintenance (PM), Overhauls, MOB (unit sets)/ DEMOB and can run Major Maintenance (MM) projects with no assistance. 

• Provides solutions to a diverse scope and range of technical, operational and people problems. 

• Solutions frequently require evaluation of variable factors, new approaches, planning and resourcefulness. 

• Expected to regularly identify opportunities and to provide ideas, methods and innovations to enhance teamwork, efficiency and quality within the scope of role. 

Impact: 

• Actions and decisions impact operational, and financial, results of Service Area. 

• Accountable for team's HSE performance, service quality, and customer satisfaction. 

• No budget responsibilities but is expected to be aware of decisions that impact the budget in assigned area and how to impact positively. 

• Recommends overtime. 

Freedom to Act: 

• Expected to work with little instruction and minimal supervision. 

• Determines action to be taken within limits of standard practice and authority. 

• Field Operations and Supervision:  

• Provide leadership and guidance to field personnel, including technicians and operators, to ensure they are working effectively and safely.  

• Partners with Fleet and Supply Chain departments to coordinate trucking for loading and unloading of units.  

• Manages and resolves field issues as they arise, including parts and logistics, repair and maintenance, and employee relations.  

• Tracks service records to identify trends with compressor rental packages.  

• Manages, monitors, and assists with random and quarterly unit inspections to ensure that all rental assets are inspected with supporting documentation.  

• Manages, coordinates, and assists with all start-ups, installation and return of compressor packages.  

• Reports any potential problems on the units concerning engineering, assembly and/or equipment failure to appropriate departments.  

• Equipment Maintenance:  

• Monitors, assesses, and anticipates human capital needs (i.e., adequate levels of staffing, engagement, and performance) to meet business needs.  

• Evaluates, develops, and implements maintenance policies and procedures.  

• Inspects, tests, and measures completed work, using devices such as hand tools or gauges to verify conformance to standards or repair requirements.  

• Performs skilled repair or maintenance operations, using equipment such as hand or power tools, hydraulic presses or shears, or welding equipment.  

• Ensures timely completion, accuracy, and integrity of all field related paperwork (i.e., FSRs, daily work orders, expense reports, etc.).  

• Troubleshoot and provide training to team members.  

• Perform routine inspections of units and ensure they are clean of oil and debris.  

• Team Leadership:  

• Determines schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel.  

• Manages and coordinates the on-call schedule for field service technicians.  

• Confers with management, sales team, various support groups and customers to identify resource needs and coordinates work activities accordingly.