On-Site Pump Mechanic – Rotating Equipment Expert

Valero; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Valero Memphis Refinery seeks a Pump Mechanic to install, inspect, and maintain rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, and gear boxes, in a safety-focused environment. The role requires on-site work, a high school diploma or GED, a journeyman certification, and at least five years of rotating equipment experience; familiarity with schematics and drawings is a plus.

Overtime applies as this is an hourly, nonexempt position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Journeyman certification from an accredited source required.
• Minimum of 5 years rotating equipment experience.

Responsibilities

• Installs, inspects, and maintains rotating equipment within the refinery.
• Inspects, troubleshoots and performs maintenance on rotating equipment per API/ASME/ANSI standards and OEM specifications.
• Adjusts and aligns machinery and equipment.
• Reads and interprets schematics and drawings.
• Set-up, prepare, and inspect the work site.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic physical and mechanical principles and craft math.
• Understands bearings, seals, compressors, pumps and cylinders, valve and pipe configurations, shaft packing, and drive systems.
• Follows guidelines and procedures to ensure that rotating equipment is working in a safe and reliable manner.

Skills

On-site presence

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Rotating equipment experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Journeyman certification

Tools

Column drills

Lathes

Milling machines

Job description

Valero Memphis Refinery seeks a Pump Mechanic to install, inspect, and maintain rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, and gear boxes, in a safety-focused environment. The role requires on-site work, a high school diploma or GED, a journeyman certification, and at least five years of rotating equipment experience; familiarity with schematics and drawings is a plus.

Overtime applies as this is an hourly, nonexempt position.