Rotating Equipment Mechanic
Job Description 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.
