Recip Technician, Senior

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Kodiak understands that our most valuable resource is our employees, and in order to provide industry-leading service and runtime, you must attract and retain premier talent. To accomplish this, Kodiak focuses on providing internal professional development and training, as well as the best benefits package in the industry.

Position Summary

Highest-level reciprocating engine specialist responsible for complex diagnostics, commissioning support, fleet reliability, and continuous improvement of maintenance programs. Operates independently across sites and serves as a technical authority for field teams.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• •Perform advanced diagnostics and resolve complex or novel failures on reciprocating generators and auxiliary systems.
• •Lead root-cause analysis efforts and implement sustainable corrective actions and revised procedures.
• •Provide commissioning support, major component troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
• •Support and mentor Intermediate and Entry Technicians; serve as technical escalation point.
• •Develop, improve, and standardize maintenance procedures, troubleshooting guides, and reliability practices.
• •Support toughest field issues across multiple sites with minimal oversight.

Education, Experience & Training

• •5+ years of advanced reciprocating engine or generator experience.
• •Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and perform root-cause analysis.
• •Strong schematic, controls, and diagnostic software literacy.
• •Proven contribution to procedure development, reliability, or maintenance program improvement.

Certifications

Valid Driver’s License, with Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) within acceptable parameters of Company Policy.

Physical Demands

• •Operation of heavy equipment and tools.
• •Standing up to 75% of the time; sitting up to 25% of the time.
• •Ability to climb ladders or stairs and maintain balance without assistance.
• •Frequent lifting of at least 10 pounds; infrequent lifting over 50 pounds.
• •Work in high-noise environments (>85 dBA) with required hearing protection.
• •Work outdoors in extreme heat and cold; controlled exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• •Use of required PPE including FR clothing, hard hats, hearing, eye, and foot protection.

Travel Requirements

Position may require domestic and international travel and overnight stays depending on business needs. Travel may exceed 50% and may occur on short notice.

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Kodiak Gas Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.