Senior Mechanic

Senior Mechanic - Petersburg, IN

Job Summary

Performs all maintenance functions necessary to maintain and service Natural Gas Compression Equipment using standard and specialized tools and equipment including mobile equipment as required. Operates equipment in conjunction with repairs and provides assistance in operating functions as necessary to maintain continuity of operations. May work alone, with minimal supervision or with other technicians and coordinates and works in conjunction with operating team members in the performance of maintenance tasks. Add On-Call rotation is required and travel may be required.

Key Accountabilities

• Maintains various types of Natural Gas Compression Equiment
• Responsible for participating in safety activities to meet or exceed organizational goals and expectations 
• Maintains interpersonal relationships with individuals both external and internal to the organization 
• Be an active participant of developing and maintaining a culture of professionalism 
• Responsible for following all rules, policies, or expectations 
• Responsible for environmental compliance 
• Performs all other related duties as assigned 

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• At least six years of maintenance experience 
• A high school diploma or GED
• Must have experience in the mechanical field relating to minor repairs all the way to total major rebuilds on systems and related equipment. 
• Must be available to respond to emergency situations outside of normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as business needs require
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license 

Other Requirements: 

•  Strong safety experience. 
• Ability to start and stop all equipment. 
• Able to lead team through major maintenance activities. 
• Assist in developing Gas Handling procedure. 
• Ability to schedule PM and ensure necessary parts and supplies are available. 
• Use experience to recommend compressor configurations for operational optimization. 
• Complete CAT Engine Training. 
• Complete Ariel Mechanic training.
• Gas Compressor experience.
• Centrifugal and reciprocating pump experience 
• Recommend improvements for operational efficiency. 
• Interact and provide support to Engineering and Project management on designs. 
• Assist and implement Continuous Improvement and recommend changes for operational efficiencies. 
• Leads projects and upgrades. 
• Ability to work in a team orientated atmosphere. 
• Demonstrated capability to achieve results through people, technology and processing equipment. 
• Good knowledge of the assigned area(s) of responsibility. 
• Ability to function within a matrix organization where employees report to both a functional leader and a business leader. 
• Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships with both a functional and business leader. 
• Must be goal oriented. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, and management. 

Compensation & Benefits:

• We offer competitive, comprehensive compensation & benefit plans including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) plan with generous employer match & contribution, Group insurance plans, Flexible spending accounts, Annual incentive plan, Long-term incentive plan, Paid holidays and vacation days, Paid volunteer time, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and resources, Leave of Absence programs”

Physical Demands

The physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or walk and sit. Frequently, the employee is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or occasionally, crawl. It is crucial to the outcome of job tasks that the employee is able to: talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and constantly reach with hands and arms. 

• The employee in this classification will be required to lift objects of up to 50 pounds in weight. Carry objects of up to 35 pounds in weight. Occasionally the employee will have to push or pull objects 70 pounds in weight. 
• Vision requirements for this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. 

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions, and extreme heat and cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and frequently exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.