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Compressor Technician

Wabtec

Columbia, SC, United States permanent

Posted: January 20, 2026

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Quick Summary

Compressor Technician is responsible for assembling and disassembling components using specialized tools and following detailed assembly instructions.

Job Description

Years of Experience: Minimum 1 to 3 years

 

PRIMARY PURPOSE

This position is responsible for using a variety of hand and power tools, fixtures, work instructions to perform a series of operations to correctly assemble and disassemble components.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must have light industrial or mechanical background.

• Must have 3-5-year experience in mechanical background and skill set for operating specialized tools.

• Follow detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures

• Assembles components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies

• Disassembles components by utilizing hand and power tools

• Cleans and buffs components

• Wash components in solvent and run parts through parts washer

• Blowout parts to remove solvent and dirt

• Maintain a clean and safe workplace in accordance with 5S protocol

• Make sure that schedules are running exactly as they are listed

• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Safety Analysis (JSAs)

• Turn off equipment when not in use

• Attention to detail in a fast-paced environment

• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum education, job experience, certifications, skills, knowledge, and abilities that incumbent must typically have to perform the essential functions of the job acceptably with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Specialized equipment used in this job

• High school degree or equivalent

• Hand tools

• Knowledge of basic mechanics.

• Knowledge of machine testing procedures.

 

Other skills and qualifications

• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Perform the same task repeatedly, amount, and frequency of physical effort typically required to perform the essential functions of the job acceptably; including the work positions in which the effort is applied, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

 

 

The starting hourly rate of this position is $18.00

 

The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $0-0 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

 

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

Need accommodation? Just let us know - we’ve got you.

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