Shop Lead

The Lead Shop Technician is responsible for overseeing and directing the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of natural gas compression equipment, with a focus on optimizing team performance and operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Directs, coordinates and leads job activities in a manner consistent with Kodiak’s procedures/protocols, goals and objectives.
• Acts as a leader in the shop providing guidance and support to other shop technicians.
• Coordinate and manage the daily and weekly schedules for shop technicians.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of maintenance and repair activities, including work orders, parts used, and time spent on each task.
• Enforce and uphold safety procedures and standards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Participate in safety training and meetings.
• Oversee and perform advanced-level routine maintenance and repairs on natural gas compression equipment, including compressors, engines, and related systems.
• Work closely with other shop technicians and Shop Manager to address equipment issues and improve operational efficiency.
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance tasks are performed to the highest quality standards and in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.
• Provide detailed reports on equipment status, project progress, and team performance to the Shop Manager.
• May backfill Shop Manager, as necessary.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401k matching
• Retirement plan
• Visa sponsorship
• Tuition reimbursement
• Relocation assistance