Service Technician - Lead

Job Details Job ID: 4626 | Location: New Iberia, LA (US) | Job Type: On Site | Posting Date: May 22, 2026 Job Summary Burckhardt Compression US is hiring a Service Technician Lead at our New Iberia, LA operation. Main Responsibilities and Tasks Perform work offshore on platforms and onshore as required per job. Provide leadership, training, and supervise a team of Service Technicians – execute responsibilities in accordance with company policies. Assign and manage field workforce, handle performance appraisals, disciplinary actions, issue resolution, and other HR functions as required. Provide preventative and corrective field mechanical service on gas compression, process, and/or production equipment on site at client locations. Complete troubleshooting and repair of equipment, packages, and systems; provide guidance and coordinate jobs in progress. Complete minor and major overhauls and revamps. Communicate with customers about project updates and other information as needed. Use strong mechanical abilities to set level and align prime mover to driven equipment using dial indicators and/or laser alignment tools. Identify and address equipment, package, and plant inefficiencies/issues. Take initiative and fulfill duties consistent with company standards, policies, and controllable expense budget. Provide input to Supervisor on personnel and materials needs to provide optimal job planning. Assist in equipment start‑up/commissioning – broad understanding of procedures and requirements. Be knowledgeable of purging and loading practices/procedures; train as needed. Complete full daily service reports detailing actions performed on each service call and monitor additional workflows for accuracy. May temporarily move from field to shop for work as needed based on workloads and other location requirements. Education, Experience & Requirements High School Diploma or GED; vocational school or associate degree preferred. Minimum 7+ years of field experience or certificate of completion from an acceptable trade school or military training in a related field. Valid driver’s license. Read, write, speak and understand basic English. Special equipment and tools used requiring application knowledge: Dial indicator and laser alignment tools. Precision measurement tooling. Digital pressure measurement tooling. Exhaust gas analyzer. Digital volt and ohm meter (DVOM). Laptop computer and related OEM software and firmware. Hydraulic torque tooling. Gas detector, colorimetric stain tubes, escape, rescue and work air packs (SCBA) as applicable. Current compliance with and/or ability to complete health & safety training. Ability to provide own small hand tools as directed by Operations Management. Physical Requirements Ability to perform the physical labor necessary. Must be able to work overtime and be available for after‑hour call‑outs as necessary. Frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds using proper lifting techniques and procedures. Stand, walk, climb, perform overhead work with fall protection, use hands to feel, handle or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms, sit, talk and hear. Ability to kneel, balance, push, pull, drive, stoop, climb, and crouch. When applicable: must conform to customer‑required physical and medical standards. When applicable: must wear SCBA, APR, and particle masks as needed in hazardous environments. Benefits Competitive pay. Medical, dental, vision benefits. FSA and HSA; employer‑paid base life insurance 2× annual base, STD/LTD, and a variety of voluntary benefits. Health benefits start on the first of the month after hire date. 401(k) plan with 5% employer match. Annual bonus incentive program. Paid time off and holiday pay. Company vehicle and fuel card (varies by position). Mobile phone allowance. Structured career progression from Level 1 to Lead. Ongoing training and technical development. Supportive team culture and leadership. #J-18808-Ljbffr Burckhardt Compression