Certarus is the North American leader in providing low carbon energy solutions through a fully integrated compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen platform. The company safely delivers clean-burning fuels to remote communities and industrial customers not connected to a pipeline.

By displacing more carbon-intensive fuels, Certarus is leading the energy transition and helping customers lower operating costs and improve environmental performance. With the largest fleet of specialty trailers in the world, the company is uniquely positioned to meet the growing demand for low and zero-emission fuel distribution.

Summary:

The Compression Manager will be responsible for the overall management and safe operation of Certarus' bulk CNG portable and permanent hub compressors. This hands-on role involves leading and managing, CNG compression operations, ensuring technical assurance for optimal platform performance, and delivering exceptional customer service to build a loyal customer base.

Schedule:

• This position will hold normal business hours, but always ready to support 24-hour operations.
• Frequent travel with overnight stays in the US and Canada is expected.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise in the operation and management of portable and permanent compressors.
• Oversee compression preventative maintenance and equipment spares programs, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Promote the optimization, modification, and maintenance of compression equipment.
• Build and maintain relationships with local service personnel in current and prospective operational areas.
• Collaborate Regional Managers to develop "Make Ready” and “As Returned” policies and protocols.
• Foster good working relationship with Regional Field Technicians to ensure consistent service across all North American hubs.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and government safety and regulatory standards.
• Identify and implement improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collect customer feedback and address field-related issues tactfully, particularly concerning gas quality and equipment rebuilds or failures.
• Provide feedback to Sales, Engineering and Regional Operations.
• Initiate and drive strategic growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering to refine compression equipment design based on operational feedback.
• Schedule portable compression projects, working with sales to forecast and prioritize compression job
• Manage other special projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• 10 years of oilfield experience with a background in compression and gas/trucking logistics.
• Strong technical expertise in natural gas compression and piping distribution equipment.
• Certified Industrial/Heavy Duty Mechanic or Millwright is preferred.
• In-depth technical knowledge of compression operations, including production, distribution, and maintenance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse personalities.
• Team-oriented management style, promoting teamwork and a positive atmosphere.
• Clean driver's license along with valid oilfield safety certifications, such as H2S, First Aid, and CPR as well as any other required certifications.
• Proficient in the use of computer-based programs.
• Willingness to travel to hubs in Canadian and the USA will be required.

Certarus embraces diversity and equal opportunity in the way it impacts our continuous business success. As a Core Value of our Winning Team, we believe in surrounding ourselves with passionate and talented people, and consider all experiences, backgrounds, qualifications, and merits to create stronger teams with a diverse and inclusive culture. Certarus is and will remain an equal opportunity employer.

Certarus offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits and retirement plans. Above all, we offer unlimited career advancement opportunities with a dynamic, rapidly growing organization.