Compressor Mechanic

Job Title: Compressor Mechanic

Job Description

A large service and repair shop specializing in compressors and valves for refineries is seeking a Master Mechanic with expertise in reciprocating compressors. This role involves overhauling and repairing large reciprocating compressors for natural gas and may also include work on other rotating equipment parts. Responsibilities include disassembling, diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and reassembling reciprocating compressors, reading blueprints, and using OD and ID micrometers, along with other tooling. Documentation of work is also required.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul and repair large reciprocating compressors for natural gas.

• Work on other parts for rotating equipment.

• Disassemble, diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and reassemble reciprocating compressors.

• Read blueprints and use OD and ID micrometers, as well as other tooling.

• Document work processes and outcomes.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of mechanic experience.

• Expertise in reciprocating compressors.

• Proficiency with micrometers and calipers.

• Experience reading blueprints.

• Basic computer skills and familiarity with machining.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a rotating equipment shop.

• Microsoft Excel proficiency.

• Experience working with companies such as Burckhardt Compression, Pignone Compressor, Cook Compressor, CPI (now Chart Industries).

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values long-term employees and fosters a strong company culture where individuals are recognized and appreciated. Enjoy catered meals and a team environment that encourages collaboration. Benefit from bonuses up to 6% based on company performance, random $100 gas cards, and pay that exceeds industry averages. Experience career mapping and sign-on bonuses when appropriate. Managers are dedicated to knowing each employee personally.

Work Environment

Work in a brand-new, state-of-the-art shop located in Houston, TX. The facility is large, air-conditioned, and well-organized, with a mix of manual machinists, CNC machinists, mechanics, material handlers, and quality control staff. The environment is team-oriented, discouraging lone wolf attitudes. Safety is prioritized with steel toes, jeans, work shirts, and safety glasses required. Standard hours are 7:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday, with potential for 10-hour shifts and Saturday work when busy.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $93600.00/yr.

Bonus is up to 6%, but depends on profits. Will get $100 gas cards randomly. Pay reviews every January to increase pay rate. Year end bonus of up to 6% based on company performance Willing to do sign on bonus if it makes sense Career mapping

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.