Repair Technician

PROENERGY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/Disabil.

Paid holidays (10)

Paid time off

401K plan

Job summary

PROENERGY is seeking a Repair Technician to support the Coatings Department at our Houston site. You will learn coatings applications, surface preparation, masking, grit blast, fixturing, shot peen, and related duties, while aligning with quality and corporate initiatives.

The role reports to the ARM Supervisor and requires reading/writing English, physical capability to lift up to 150 lbs, and the ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment; the company will not sponsor.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Physical requirements include lifting 35lbs frequently and up to 150 lbs with hoists, standing and bending.
• Must have good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to read, understand and follow instructions verbally and/or written (traveler) in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties listed in repair technician documentation in compliance with company specifications, procedures, and work instructions.
• Follow directions from supervisors.
• Carry out coatings procedures in a timely manner and assist in other shop areas when needed.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Comply with safety standards.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide operational support towards process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Fluent English

Reading & writing English

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic grinding tools

Hand tools

Metal fabrication machinery

Lifting equipment

Job description

PROENERGY is an engineering, R&D, and manufacturing powerhouse. The company addresses every need for fast-start power generation: turbine and package manufacturing, turnkey project execution, power purchase agreements, and asset lifecycle care for turbines and plants. Where others see impossible energy challenges, PROENERGY provides innovative aeroderivative solutions.

Our Footprint

PROENERGY delivers fast-start, dispatchable power solutions from worldwide centers for aeroderivative excellence. We are investing more than $1 billion through 2028 in infrastructure to serve our customers.

In Sedalia, Missouri,our 600,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Manufacturing—a world-class investment in fast-start power and the only campus of its kind in the world is growing by 40 percent.

In Houston, Texas,our 500,000 sq ft Center for Excellence in Lifecycle Care features a Level-IV depot and aero repair facility, which executes comprehensive services for aeroderivative engines under one roof.

InKansas City, we have an office with an Engineering team that supports our sought-after solutions for turnkey projects and contracted power.

And ourworldwide service centersensure local service expertise near our customers. Our expanding service footprint includes Phoenix, Buenos Aires, New Brunswick, and additional locations in Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia.

Our Philosophy

We take care of our people and strive to make a positive difference for the world. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance at minimal cost to the employee, 10 paid holidays, paid time off, and a 401K plan. If you are looking for a rewarding career and possess specialized knowledge and quality-oriented problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply today.

Position Summary

In this position, the Repair Technician learns the standard practices, procedures, principles, theory, and technical aspects required to provide support to the Coatings Department for coatings applications, surface preparation, masking, grit blast, fixturing, shot peen and other duties as requested. Conform to all company documentation controlling Coatings, Quality and Corporate initiatives. Can demonstrate the ability to learn the technical and mechanical competence required in the Coatings areas and conduct activities for Coatings production.

Reports To: ARM Supervisor

Work Location: 6401 North Eldridge Pkwy, Houston, TX 77041

Position Responsibilities

• Perform duties listed in repair technician documentation in compliance with company specifications, procedures, and work instructions.
• Ability to follow directions from supervisors.
• Perform the procedures required to perform the coatings in a reasonable time frame and show initiative to continue learning all the processes, as well as assist in areas elsewhere in the shop when called upon.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Comply with and meet all safety standards.
• Be a team provider in lean manufacturing / continuous improvement environment.
• Provide operational support towards process improvements.
• Works well in cross functional teams and with others in a fast paced & dynamic environment.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Physical requirements (lifting 35lbs frequently & up to 150 lbs. using hoists, standing, bending, etc.)
• Mental requirements (analyzing, interpreting, organizing, problem solving, etc.)
• Working conditions (indoors/outdoors, noisy environment, dusty, etc.)
• Must have good hand to eye coordination.
• Must be able to pay attention to detail.
• Use basic pneumatic grinding tools, hand tools, and basic metal fabrication machinery.
• Safely use lifting equipment.
• Ability to read, understand and follow instructions verbally and/or written (traveler) in English.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
• Successful candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with media blasting a plus.
• Experience in a production environment a plus.

It is PROENERGY's policy to provide equal opportunity in employment to all its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, national origin, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law.