Pump Repair Technician

Flowserve; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company #

Job summary

Flowserve in Pasadena, TX is seeking a Pump Repair Technician to perform DCI on heavy industrial pumps and actuators. You will dismantle, inspect, clean, and rebuild components to OEM tolerances, using precision metrology and controlled assembly techniques.

You’ll work with engineers and machinists to define repair scopes, operate balancing and testing equipment, and safely handle heavy equipment in a fast-paced QRC environment, with opportunities for overtime and career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and repair specifications.
• Experience rebuilding and overhauling heavy industrial rotating equipment.
• Ability to perform high-precision measurements and document findings.
• Commitment to shop safety protocols and Stop Work Authority.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete mechanical overhauls and DCI on pumps and actuators.
• Use metrology tools to record critical fits and runouts.
• Apply thermal assembly techniques for shrink/interference fits.
• Operate balancing equipment and perform pressure tests to verify integrity.
• Collaborate with engineers and service coordinators to define repair scopes.
• Safely move heavy components with cranes and forklifts.
• Prepare equipment for shipment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Mechanical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Bore gauges

Vernier calipers

Dynamic balancing equipment

Induction heaters

Job description

Pump Repair Technician### Pump Repair TechnicianApply: Pasadena, Texas US: Full time: Posted Today: R-19884**Your Role and Impact**Are you a precision-driven shop mechanic who thrives on tearing down, diagnosing, and rebuilding heavy industrial machinery? Flowserve is seeking a skilled Rotating Equipment / Repair Mechanic to join our fast-paced Quick Response Center (QRC) in Pasadena, TX.ᅠIn this role, you won't just be turning wrenches—you will own the complete Dismantle, Clean, and Inspect (DCI) lifecycle for heavy industrial centrifugal pumps, electric actuators, and flow-control hardware. Operating at the technical heartbeat of our shop, your craftsmanship ensures critical infrastructure equipment for major Chemical, LNG, and Refining corridors along the Houston Ship Channel is reconditioned to exact OEM manufacturing tolerances.ᅠ**Key Responsibilities*** Execute full mechanical overhauls, teardown, cleaning, and inspection (DCI) on high-energy overhung process pumps (such as Durco Mark 3) and heavy between-bearings multistage pumps (API 610 BB1–BB5 configurations).* Perform precision metrology using inside/outside micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, and vernier calipers to measure critical fits, clearances, and run-outs; record findings thoroughly on dimensional inspection forms.* Execute advanced thermal assembly techniques using controlled induction heaters, heating torches, and liquid nitrogen for precise shrink/interference fits on bearings, sleeves, and impellers.* Operate dynamic balancing equipment to precision-balance rotating assemblies, and conduct low-pressure pneumatic and high-pressure hydrostatic testing to verify mechanical seal and casing integrity.* Partner directly with applications engineers, manual machinists, and service coordinators to develop tailored repair scopes, solve failure root causes, and minimize customer downtime.* Safely operate overhead bridge cranes, rigging hardware, and forklifts to position heavy industrial pump casings and assemblies across the shop floor.* Apply industrial protective coatings, install identification and service tags, and package finished equipment for outbound customer shipment.ᅠ**Required Qualifications*** High School Diploma or GED equivalent.* 3 to 5+ years of dedicated, hands-on mechanical experience rebuilding and overhauling heavy industrial rotating equipment (centrifugal process pumps, high-voltage actuators, or compressors).* Demonstrated proficiency reading and interpreting mechanical blueprints, engineering cross-sectional drawings, and technical repair specifications.* Ownership of a complete personal roll-around toolbox, standard SAE hand tools, and basic precision measurement instruments.* Solid mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to strict shop safety protocols and Stop Work Authority.* Physical ability to stand for extended periods, navigate active shop bays, and lift up to 50 lbs with a full range of motion.* Flexibility to work overtime, weekend shifts, and emergency turnaround call-outs to support 24/7 industrial plant outage demands.* Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.ᅠ**Preferred Qualifications*** Direct aftermarket repair experience within an industrial pump service center or rotating equipment Quick Response Center (QRC).* In-depth familiarization with API 610 centrifugal pump standards and API 682 mechanical seal arrangements.* Hands-on experience with dynamic rotor balancing, dynamic pressure testing, or valve actuator reconditioning.ᅠ**What We Can Offer You**At Flowserve, you'll find a range of options to fit your, and your family's, needs. We want to provide our team with the right resources to invest in your physical, mental and financial well-being no matter where you sit or what stage of life you're in.ᅠ**Our benefits include:*** Highly Competitive Hourly Base Pay with Overtime Earning Potential* Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Company Match* Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Protection* Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company-Paid Holidays* Comprehensive Parental Leave* Life, Supplemental Life, Child, Spousal, and AD&D Insurance* Safety Shoe and Prescription Safety Eyewear Allowances* Continuous Technical Training and Long-Term Career Mobility across Global OperationsᅠIf this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.