Mechanical Technician

GAS GLOBAL SERVICES; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GAS Energy Staffing LLC seeks a Mechanical Technician in Pueblo, CO to install, maintain, repair, and modify industrial systems and equipment in a chemical demilitarization facility. You will work with pumps, valves, conveyors, compressors, cranes, and piping while following safety and environmental regulations.

The role requires reading blueprints, performing emergency repairs, and documenting conditions. On-site, 8–12 hour shifts with overtime are common; CDL and site access may be required.

Qualifications

• 6 years of industrial maintenance in a mechanical trade such as pipefitting, welding, millwright, machining, plant mechanics, heavy equipment, insulation, or HVAC.
• 2 years of chemical demilitarization experience with a maintenance background.
• Able to read blueprints, drawings, layouts, and specifications.
• Willing to work overtime, varying hours, and/or rotating shifts.
• Able to work in an industrial/chemical demilitarization environment.
• General knowledge of material handling equipment and mechanical equipment operation and maintenance.
• Strong attention to detail and good judgment when troubleshooting mechanical and equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform safe maintenance and repairs on facility systems and components.
• Read blueprints and specs to ensure system integrity.
• Record as-found and repaired conditions and investigate failures.
• Complete work packages with inspections and testing of equipment.
• Set up and perform pressure tests to return systems to service.
• Follow safety, environmental permits, and building codes.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Mechanical trades

Pipefitting

Welding

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Pumps/valves knowledge

CDL preferred

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Welding certificates (ANSI B31.1/B31.3)

GTAW 6G

SMAW

Industrial measurement tools

Job description

Mechanical Technician

JOB-10047771

Anticipated Start Date

October 26, 2026

Location

Pueblo, CO

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client is one of the most respected global engineering, construction, and project management companies providing engineering and construction on infrastructure, power, and energy projects.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Mechanical Technician to perform installation, preventive and corrective maintenance, repairs, and modifications of industrial systems, equipment, and components in a chemical demilitarization facility. The role involves working with mechanical equipment such as pumps, valves, conveyors, compressors, cranes, and piping, while following safety, environmental, and code requirements.

Job Description

• Perform all work safely and with the utmost concern for the safety of self and other employees.
• Perform all work in compliance with environmental permits and regulations.
• Be at work when scheduled and maintain a good attendance record.
• Perform a variety of journeyman mechanical, welder/pipefitter, painter/carpenter, insulator functions in the installation/removal or corrective/preventative maintenance, repair, or modification of facility systems, equipment, and components (such as conveyors, compressors, cranes, piping, pumps, and valves).
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, layouts, and specifications in the performance of these duties to ensure system integrity is maintained.
• Perform emergency repairs to systems, equipment, and components. Record the as-found condition as well as the repaired condition, investigating operational reports of equipment failure and analyzing system characteristics to determine the cause of failure and necessary corrective action.
• Demonstrate and conduct required inspection and testing of equipment and components as necessary to complete work packages and ensure systems are returned to operational conditions.
• Follow predetermined checklist in the performance of preventative maintenance of facility equipment and systems.
• Utilize a variety of hand tools, power tools, and measurement and test equipment in the performance of duties.
• Set up and demonstrate pressure tests as necessary to complete work packages and return systems to operational conditions.
• Assure code and building standards are met.
• When assigned to the SDC, may perform munitions handling and/or transport duties through use of forklift, list assist devices or via electric utility vehicles.

Skills Required

• 6 years of industrial maintenance experience in a mechanical trade such as pipefitting, welding, millwright, machining, plant mechanics, heavy equipment, insulation, or HVAC
• 2 years of chemical demilitarization experience with a maintenance background, PCAPP Primary
• Computer literate and able to use common software applications and office equipment
• Willing to work overtime, varying hours, and/or rotating shifts
• Able to work in an industrial/chemical demilitarization environment
• General knowledge of material handling equipment and mechanical equipment operation and maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and good judgment when troubleshooting mechanical and equipment issues
• Proficient with mechanical hand tools, power tools, measurement, and test equipment
• Experience with equipment alignment, reverse runout alignment, and close-tolerance fitting
• Mechanical experience with pumps and valves
• Experience in toxic or hazardous work environments, such as chemical or nuclear facilities
• Ability to operate material handling equipment
• Ability to develop cost-effective technical solutions to maintenance problems

Welding

• Experience welding and certifying to ANSI B31.1 and B31.3 requirements
• Proficient in GTAW 6G Pipe and SMAW
• Able to obtain and maintain annual site certification

Insulation

• Knowledge of ASTM thermal insulation standards
• Experience installing aluminum and stainless-steel insulation jacketing
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs
• Experience with fiberglass, mineral wool, removable insulation blankets, and cellular glass insulation
• Experience repairing ductwork insulation and forming insulation/jacketing around piping, valves, flanges, and equipment

Education/Training/Certifications

• High school diploma/equivalent with 6 years of industrial maintenance experience in a mechanical trade such as pipefitting, welding, millwright, machining, plant mechanics, heavy equipment, insulation, or HVAC

Additional Requirements

• Valid motor vehicle driver’s license required
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required/obtainable, if marked as applicable
• Certification or higher, and ability to obtain and maintain Level A entry status
• OR completion of a formal mechanical apprenticeship/accredited training program or journeyman certification with demonstrated mechanical trade experience
• U.S. Citizen or naturalized citizen able to obtain and maintain PCAPP site access
• At least 18 years old
• Full-time, onsite position; no remote or telework option available

Safety Requirements:

• Must maintain constant alertness and work safely in an industrial environment
• Must be able to respond to emergencies and contingencies
• May work with hazardous materials, toxic chemicals, machinery, confined spaces, heights, and other hazardous conditions
• Must follow safety procedures for handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous substances
• Must meet required medical, respiratory, and hazardous-worker safety requirements

GAS Energy Staffing LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment Decision are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factors protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.