SEC Energy is a single-source provider of natural gas compression equipment, parts and services to all segments of the oil & gas industry. From 50 to 8,000 horsepower, gas, electric or dual drive, SEC is capable of designing and fabricating equipment to meet each customer's specific operating requirements. SEC also provides production, processing, and treating equipment, and an expansive network of warehouses that service locations across the United States. SEC capabilities expand beyond tradition manufacturing to further include turnkey engineering services, truck-based service technicians, manufacturer parts, and power generation equipment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: - Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing natural gas engines, compressors, generators, coolers, and/or other power-driven equipment.
- Lead root cause investigations for equipment failures
- Inspect engines, compressors and mechanical equipment, diagnose problems and determine extent of necessary repairs
- Perform all tasks for commissioning of natural gas compressor package, including but not limited to drive coupling alignments, mechanical clearance checks, equipment performance evaluation and tuning, instrumentation calibration, control panel configuration, operational training, etc.
- Complete all OEM and Packager pre-start and post start inspections/tasks and document in appropriate checklists/reports
- Submit warranty registration documentation to OEMs to register customer owned equipment for warranty.
- Complete baseline vibration/emissions analysis for new equipment
- Supervision of compressor package installation. Must have complete working knowledge of a natural gas compressor package and equipment installation procedures
- Supervise field overhauls and maintenance of compressors and engines (occasional)
- Mentorship of new employees/technicians
- Performing lockout/tagout, starting/stopping of equipment
- Use of hand tools, power tools, and electronic diagnostic equipment
- Perform job duties in a safe and efficient manner.
- Must meet required production rate expectations.
- Must adhere to company policies and procedures
- Understanding of equipment repair manuals
- Performs other functions/duties as required.
- Must be willing to travel for extended periods of time. (up to 6 weeks if necessary)
- Must drive assigned company truck from home base to customer locations through US.
Required education or minimum level: - High school education or GED
- Caterpillar Gas Engine training certifications
- Ariel Compressor training/certifications
- Waukesha engine training
- EMIT Control Panel training
Required Skills and knowledge - Must have experience with heavy mechanical, some electrical service, and mechanically inclined with the ability to trouble shoot, diagnose, inspect, advised, and repair. Must have the ability to learn and work independently
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers Internal as well as external
Ability to write reports of a technical nature
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusion
Critical thinking and decision-making skills are essential to balance customer needs with company cost.
Good customer management skills are required in order to maintain customer confidence
Vibration/Emissions Analysis experience is preferred
Must be computer literate.
Must speak fluent English
Experience: 3 years industry experience is preferred
3 years commissioning experience preferred.
Prior experience for commissioning Caterpillar 3500/3600 series engines is required
Prior experience for commissioning Ariel compressors is required
Experience with installation of natural gas compressor packages is required
Software Knowledge: - Basic computer skills i.e. Microsoft office, word, outlook, excel, etc.
- Cat Electronic Technician
- Waukesha ESM
- Ariel Performance Program
- Control panel configuration software, Altronic, Murphy, EMIT, etc
- Allen Bradley - RsLogix software (preferred, not required)
Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Lifting up to 75 lbs. occasionally
- Driving, walking, and standing frequently
- Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting
- Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment
- Assignments at customer sites with known concentration levels of H2S
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