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Materials Representative

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P., Granite Heights, WI, United States


USA Compression Partners, LP (NYSE: USAC) provides mission‑critical natural gas compression services to large upstream and midstream energy companies. We are an operations‑centric, technology‑driven employer with 800+ employees in 18 states across the US. We owe our success to the quality of our employees, our strong commitment to safety, and our superior service to our customers.

Summary
The Materials Representative is a critical role involved with maintaining accurate and acceptable physical inventory levels of spare parts, supplies, and tools. In doing so, the materials representative will adequately support the field services team in providing a high‑quality level of service to the customer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Make deliveries and pick up spare parts and supplies as necessary

Count spare parts inventory to ensure accuracy

Place orders with vendors for spare parts and supplies

Ship and receive parts orders utilizing various forms of technology (i.e. computer software barcode scanner, etc.)

Perform general housekeeping duties in warehouse, field storage, and office areas

Process order requests from field service technicians via phone or e‑mail

Participate in safety training program and contribute to continuous improvement of safety guidelines

Maintain company vehicle through routine vehicle maintenance and inspection

Track outstanding core parts and return cores to vendors for credit

Operate and maintain warehouse equipment (i.e. forklift, pallet jack, etc.)

Ability to reconcile invoices

Any other duties or responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

High School diploma or equivalent required

Minimum of 2 years relevant work experience in materials management and/or inventory warehousing

Preferred 1 year experience in natural gas industry

Basic understanding of invoicing procedures

Valid driver’s license with a Motor Vehicle Record history acceptable to USA Compression

Communicates a “can do” attitude and positive outlook, minimizing negative behaviors

Ability to ensure ethical behavior in all dealings with suppliers

Excellent numerical perception

Ability to work independently and with a team

Must be able to manage multiple assignments and changing priorities in a fast paced environment utilizing strong organizational skills

Demonstrates good judgment and a strong attention to detail

Demonstrates initiative and resourcefulness

Knowledgeable in the use of Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet and inventory tracking software

Ability to understand written and verbal communication from the company and supervisor including training, procedures, instructions, etc.

Applicant must have the ability to legally work in the U.S.

Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Periodic lifting requirements in excess of 50 lbs.

Ability to stand and walk on uneven and varied terrain, climb ladders and stairs, and stoop, squat, kneel, crouch and crawl depending on the task requirements.

Exposure to extremes in temperature and weather conditions depending upon assigned location.

Some exposure to high noise levels in excess of 85 dBA that require hearing protection, as well as exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and materials.

Working conditions in natural gas compression vary from one job site to another. Some job sites are indoors in compressor stations while other sites are outside, exposed to a variety of weather conditions.

There is a strong emphasis on safety while working with heavy equipment and machinery

Equal Opportunity Employer – USA Compression Partners is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law. The Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER : The statements listed in this posting are subject to change and describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
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