Repair & Assembly Technician (3rd Shift, Mon-Fri)

Componentrepairtechnologies; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Shift premiums

Job summary

Component Repair Technologies, Inc. seeks an Intermediate Level Repair & Assembly Technician to contribute to repairing and finishing aerospace and marine gas turbine engine components.

You will learn to follow OEM specs, perform hand blending, grinding, drilling, riveting, and assembly tasks in a climate-controlled facility. The role includes using measuring devices, adhering to safety, and participating in our in-house training program to develop the necessary skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in another industry with similar skills requirements.
• Experience using general hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform basic shop math with decimals and fractions.
• Familiarity with measuring gauges (calipers/micrometers).

Responsibilities

• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately, including OEM instructions.
• Use hand-held and power tools to perform various operations.
• Blend metals, weld, plate, and spray coatings.
• Disassemble and assemble engine components and parts.
• Drill, tap, re-drill holes; operate drill press and lathe for repairs.
• Use measuring devices to determine dimensions and ensure quality.

Skills

Shop math

Hand & power tools

Measuring gauges familiarity

English literacy

Education

High School diploma or Technical High School diploma

Tools

Drill press operation

Lathe operation

Job description

Job Summary

The Intermediate Level Repair & Assembly Technician will learn to and contribute in performing a wide variety of functions, processes, repairs and finishing to aerospace and marine gas turbine engine components. Standards are in conformance to OEM specifications and company guidelines. Tasks may include hand blending, power grinding, drilling, taping, reaming, riveting, lock-wiring, assembly, disassembly, light machining, and the use of measuring devices.

Through our extensive in-house training program, the successful applicant will be instructed via a series of computer based and hands‑on training to develop the necessary skills for the position.

The position performs its primary functions in a climate‑controlled modern state‑of‑the‑art facility.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately, including sketches, drawings, engineered work instructions, and original equipment manufacturer's instructions (OEM).
• Use a variety of hand‑held power and non‑power tools to perform various operations.
• Blend various metals, weld, plate, and spray coatings.
• Blend and remove nicks and high metal to create smooth transitions or return parts to original contour.
• Disassemble and assemble engine components. Assembly and installation methods include assembly of components/parts to main frames, press‑fit bushings, inserts, rivets, self‑locking nuts, and lock wiring.
• Drill, tap, re‑drill holes. Use hand drills, reamers, chamfer tools, and taps. Operate small machines such as drill press and lathes to perform various repairs.
• Use measuring devices to determine specific dimensions.
• Inspect work for completion and quality to company, customer, and manufacturer standards.
• Participate in problem‑solving and continuous improvement efforts. Communicate with engineers, supervisors, and other employees to improve results.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in another industry with similar skills requirements, such as automobile mechanic, body work, sheet metal fabrication, or woodworking.
• Experience in the use of general hand tools and power tools.
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic shop math, including working with decimals and fractions.
• Some experience and understanding of the use of measuring gauges such as calipers and micrometers.

Other Qualifications

• High School diploma or Technical High School diploma or equivalent in a trade school.
• General knowledge of standard shop practices and procedures.
• Ability to be self‑directed and motivated.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.

Work Environment

• Pre‑employment testing may be required, including fitness for duty testing and a vision exam.
• Follow general shop safety procedures, including the use of safety glasses, safety toe shoes, and hearing protection when required.
• Work in difficult positions from time to time.
• Stand and/or sit for portions of the shift.
• Move parts (>50 pounds) using hoists, slings, carts, or other handling methods.
• Move less heavy parts (<50 pounds) with or without hoists, slings, or carts.
• Use powered and non‑powered hand tools frequently.

Company Benefits

• Health care options, one fully funded program (no premiums for employee and family) and another with traditional employee premium contribution. Programs include health, vision, and dental coverages. Additional programs include short‑ and long‑term disability and life insurance.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Continuing education offered via multiple sources and tuition reimbursement based on eligibility.
• Traditional paid time off (PTO) via vacation days and personal days.
• Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off‑shifts.

Component Repair Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/H/V.