Rotating Equipment Mechanic
18 days ago
Kenner
Job Description Kenner, LA: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking an experienced Rotating Equipment Mechanic to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild industrial rotating equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on experience working with equipment such as pumps, turbines, compressors, motors, gearboxes, and blowers, and a commitment to safe, high-quality workmanship in a team-oriented environment. Essential Duties: • Inspect, disassemble, troubleshoot, repair, and reassemble industrial rotating equipment., • Perform repairs and rebuilds on pumps, turbines, compressors, motors, gearboxes, blowers, and other related mechanical systems., • Identify equipment wear, damage, and potential failure causes through inspection and troubleshooting., • Perform precision measurements, mechanical inspections, alignment checks, and equipment evaluations., • Perform shaft alignment, bearing installation, seal replacement, and other mechanical repair activities., • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, manuals, and other technical specifications., • Utilize precision measuring instruments, including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and gauges., • Reassemble equipment according to applicable specifications, customer requirements, and established procedures., • Document inspection findings, repair activities, and equipment conditions., • Collaborate with mechanics, machinists, engineers, supervisors, and other team members to complete repair projects safely and efficiently., • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment., • Follow all safety policies, procedures, and HSE requirements., • Support continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, and efficiency., • Assist with training and mentoring less experienced team members as needed., • Travel to customer sites and work overtime as required based on workload and business needs. Requirements/Skills: • High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical training preferred., • Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical repair, rotating equipment, industrial maintenance, or a related field preferred., • Experience repairing, maintaining, or rebuilding industrial mechanical equipment., • Experience working with pumps, turbines, compressors, motors, gearboxes, blowers, or similar rotating equipment preferred., • Experience with precision alignment, balancing, bearings, seals, vibration analysis, or related mechanical repair activities preferred., • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, manuals, and technical documentation., • Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities., • Ability to safely and effectively use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship., • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment., • Technical school training, apprenticeship, military mechanical training, or equivalent hands-on experience is a plus., • Experience in power generation, oil and gas, petrochemical, manufacturing, or industrial maintenance environments preferred., • TWIC card or ability to obtain one may be required depending on work location., • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States., • Must successfully complete required pre-employment background and drug screenings. Physical Requirements: • Ability to stand for extended periods of time., • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds., • Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment., • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, hard hat, and steel-toe boots as required., • Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, climb, and work around industrial equipment., • Ability to work safely in shop, industrial plant, and customer field environments., • Ability to work in moderate noise levels typical of industrial equipment operations. Equal Opportunity Statement: Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.