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Lead Service Technician - Compression/Nitrogen Services

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Lafayette, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026

 

BlueFin, a GATE Energy Company, is a leading independent service company with a suite of project execution niches and specialty equipment, covering a full range of pipeline and process, mechanical, intelligent completions, and fluid flushing and filtration services. Our clients range from Operators to General Contractors in the upstream, midstream and downstream market sectors of all energy industries.

Job Summary

Lead Service Technician is responsible for execution of tasks as assigned by the Service Supervisor, Project Manager, or other Management. The Lead Service Technician may be responsible for leading projects and supervising Service Technicians. Primary specific job tasks would include but not be limited to Filtration of Overboard Water from Pipeline Flushing Activities.  Secondary job tasks would include Hydrostatic Testing; Pipeline Pigging (Dewatering, Drying); Pump Operating; Chemicals; N2 Pumping/Purging.  The Lead Service Technician will conduct all activities in an accountable, respectful, and professional manner at all times and fully support the completion of work in accordance with BlueFin quality and safety standards. Works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Direct and perform field services in accordance with work plan, procedures and/or SOP.
  • Knowledge and proven ability to operate equipment utilized as well as train employees on such equipment, if requested.
  • Lead and supervise a field work crew.
  • Ability to train and develop Service Technicians on job requirements.
  • Service, maintain, repair, and test equipment/ tools for pre/post jobs or as instructed in shop.
  • Load/ unload equipment when required.
  • Write or participate in writing JSA’s for job task assigned.
  • Increase knowledge and participate in training on other product lines and services.
  • Participation and Compliance with BlueFin HSE and Quality Management System.
  • Comply with all company policies (Safety, quality, general, SOP’s, etc).
  • Required to work on both land and offshore locations.
  • Available 24-hour call (except for scheduled vacation).
  • Have reliable means of transportation to and from BlueFin office.
  • Travel through United States and Gulf of Mexico; staying overnight for extended periods.
  • Communicate effectively with clients and co-workers both office and field related.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 Experience and Education

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Low and High Pressure Compression experience required.
  • Experience – 5-10 years’ experience in the oil/gas service industry preferred.

Physical Requirements

  • Must pass required Fit for Duty exam.
  • Extensive travel may be required.  Up to 50% of the time.
  • Ability to drive for extended periods of time.
  • Able to perform demanding physical labor in harsh environments on land and offshore.

BlueFin Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. BlueFin Services is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

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