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Air Compressor Field Technician
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Houston, TX (Field Service)
Salary/Pay Range: Starting at $30.00 / hour
About Us
Freedom Compressor was founded with a clear purpose: to deliver dependable
compressed air solutions backed by integrity and accountability. As a veteran-owned
business, we support a wide variety of industrial facilities that rely on uptime,
performance, and safety.
Our mission is to exceed customer expectations through:
Reliable air compressor service provided by skilled technicians.
Honest communication.
A commitment to keeping Houston’s air systems running efficiently.
Because we value technical expertise and attention to detail, we also offer significant
opportunities for learning and career growth within our company.
The Role
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Air Compressor Field Technician to join
our team in the Houston area. In this role, you will perform hands-on maintenance,
troubleshooting, and repairs on compressed air systems directly at customer’s facilities.
This position requires local travel to and from customer sites in an assigned company
vehicle.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshooting & Repair: Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical and
electrical issues on air compressors and related equipment.
Preventive Maintenance: Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure
peak system performance and minimize customer downtime.
Equipment Installation: Install new air compressor systems and rental
equipment at customer facilities.
Digital Documentation: Log all service activities, maintenance records, parts
research, and timekeeping data accurately using an assigned tablet.
Customer Communication: Explain technical findings and equipment
recommendations clearly to both supervisors and customers.
Vehicle & Fleet Safety: Drive an assigned service vehicle safely to and from
customer locations and ensure the vehicle is properly maintained.
Workplace Organization: Keep tools, work areas, and service vehicles
organized, clean, and safe.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with dispatchers and fellow technicians to
ensure projects are completed safely and on time.
Qualifications & Skills
Experience: 3 years of experience as a compressor technician, industrial
maintenance technician, or a closely related industrial role is highly preferred.
Technical Skillset: Strong proficiency in mechanical and electrical
troubleshooting of air compressors, motors, controls, sensors, and valves.
Driving Requirement: Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a
clean driving record to safely operate the company service vehicle.
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, stand, and perform demanding hands-on
work in outdoor industrial environments under the Houston climate for 8 hours a
day.
Manual Dexterity: Proven ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, test
instruments, and advanced diagnostic equipment.
Diagram Literacy: Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical manuals,
schematics, mechanical and wiring diagrams.
Tech Savvy: Comfortable using modern mobile technology (tablets) for digital
work orders and timesheets.
Professional Traits: Detail-oriented, self-motivated to work independently in the
field, and capable of collaborating well within a team.
Safety Focus: Deep commitment to following company procedures and rigid
safety standards at all times.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; vocational, trade, or
technical school training in mechanical/industrial maintenance is a major plus.
Verification: Must provide valid professional references with accurate contact
information upon request.
What We Offer (Benefits)
Competitive Pay: Starting wage of $30.00/hour.
Comprehensive Benefits: Eligibility for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
after a standard 90-day probationary period.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Earned PTO eligibility following the successful completion
of the 90-day probationary period.
Company Equipment: Assigned company service vehicle and dedicated tablet
provided for business use.
Growth: Significant opportunities for continuous learning and career
advancement within a veteran-owned company built on accountability.
Salary : $30