Service Technician

Air Compressor Service Technician

Industry: Compressed Air / Compressed Gas

Hourly Rate: $30.00/hr - $45.00/hr+ (Highly negotiable based on experience)

Location: Central Kentucky

Territory: Central Kentucky & surrounding markets

Position Type: Permanent / Full-Time

The Opportunity

Industrial Recruitment Group has partnered with a highly respected industrial compressed air solutions provider that delivers complete lifecycle support for critical compressed air systems across the manufacturing and industrial sectors.

With decades of industry expertise, this organization has built a strong reputation by combining technical excellence, customer-focused service, and long-term partnerships. Their capabilities cover the full compressed air lifecycle, including system design, installation, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, rentals, parts support, and complete equipment overhauls.

Due to continued growth and the increasing demand for their service capabilities, they are seeking an experienced Air Compressor Service Technician to join their Central Kentucky team.

This is a field-based position focused primarily on industrial rotary screw compressor service, preventative maintenance, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repair work. Candidates with reciprocating, dryer, controls, VFD, or centrifugal compressor experience will be highly valued.

This opportunity is ideal for a technician who takes pride in delivering high-quality work, enjoys solving customer problems, and wants to work for an organization that invests heavily in training and technical development.

Technician Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Compensation: Strong hourly pay package with rates based on technical experience, industry background, and skill level.
• Guaranteed Full-Time Hours: Stable year-round workload with opportunities for overtime depending on customer requirements.
• Company Vehicle & Equipment: Fully equipped service vehicle, fuel support, technology, and required field equipment provided.
• Remote Dispatch Model: Technicians operate primarily from their home location and travel directly to customer sites throughout the assigned territory.
• Factory Training & Development: Access to manufacturer training programs and technical development opportunities across compressor, dryer, and industrial air treatment equipment.
• Advanced Technical Exposure: Opportunity to work on a wide variety of compressed air systems, including rotary screw compressors, centrifugal air compressors, reciprocating systems, dryers, controls, and auxiliary equipment.
• Specialist Environment: Work alongside experienced technicians and industry professionals with decades of combined compressed air expertise.
• Strong Company Culture: A more personal, team-oriented environment with less bureaucracy and a focus on getting the job done correctly.
• Benefits Package: Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement options, paid time off, and additional company benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance services on industrial compressed air systems, including rotary screw compressors, reciprocating compressors, dryers, and related equipment.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnostics: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and control-related issues to identify root causes and provide effective solutions for industrial customers.
• Compressor Repairs & Overhauls: Complete repairs, component replacements, inspections, and equipment rebuilds while maintaining manufacturer standards.
• Compressed Air System Support: Service complete compressed air solutions including compressors, air dryers, filtration equipment, and auxiliary components.
• Customer Support: Build strong relationships with industrial customers by providing professional communication, technical recommendations, and reliable service.
• Technical Documentation: Complete service reports, maintenance records, and communicate findings clearly with customers and internal teams.

Candidate Requirements

• Industry Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience servicing industrial air compressors or related rotating equipment.
• Technical Background: Strong experience with rotary screw compressors is required. Experience with reciprocating compressors, refrigerated/desiccant dryers, VFDs, PLC troubleshooting, or centrifugal compressors is highly desirable.
• Electrical & Mechanical Skills: Ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems, electrical components, controls, sensors, and industrial equipment.
• Customer-Facing Professional: Must be comfortable working directly with industrial customers and representing a professional service organization.
• Independent Field Technician: Ability to manage daily schedules, complete service calls independently, and maintain a high standard of workmanship.
• Driving Requirements: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Air Compressor Service Technician looking for a long-term opportunity with a company that values technical expertise, customer relationships, and professional development, we encourage you to reach out.

Industrial Recruitment Group specializes in connecting experienced industrial technicians with leading organizations across the compressed air and rotating equipment markets. All conversations are handled confidentially.

Contact: Harry Pluck

Email: Harry@industrialrecruitmentgroup.com

Website: www.industrialrecruitmentgroup.com

Phone: +1 (216) 777-1555