Field Service Millwright – Reciprocating Compressors
On-site · Houston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble reciprocating compressors; perform inspections and measurements on crankshafts, connecting rods, crossheads, pistons, piston rods, cylinders, distance pieces, packing cases, compressor valves, and lubrication systems; perform mechanical installations, alignments, and startup support activities; read and interpret OEM manuals, engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation; complete inspection reports and daily field documentation; support outage, maintenance, commissioning, and emergency response projects at customer sites; maintain tooling, equipment, and work areas in accordance with company standards; travel to customer facilities across Texas, Louisiana, and other locations in the United States; willing to travel extensively and work on-site; strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills; DISA drug screening and hair follicle testing requirements; valid driver's license; TWIC card preferred if required by customer facilities; prior experience with major overhauls and repairs on reciprocating compressors is essential.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of industrial millwright or compressor maintenance experience
- Demonstrated hands-on experience with reciprocating compressors
- Experience with OEM equipment such as Ariel, Cooper-Bessemer, Worthington, Clark, Ingersoll Rand, Dresser-Rand, Gemini, or Superior
- Strong understanding of compressor frame inspections, rod runout measurements, valve maintenance, packing replacement, and compressor overhaul procedures
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Valid driver50license
- TWIC card preferred; candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a TWIC card if required by customer facilities
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