SkillBridge Internship

Vets2PM, LLC; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

REIC Rentals seeks a mechanically inclined Engine Rebuild Technician for our DoD SkillBridge internship. You will diagnose, disassemble, inspect, refurbish, and rebuild jet-powered heating systems to like-new condition in a clean, technology-driven repair environment.

Military experience with aircraft, turbines, or diesel engines is valued. You will collaborate with Engineering and Quality, document findings, and ensure safety standards across North America.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on repair experience.
• Experience rebuilding mechanical equipment and engines.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical failures and wear.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and service manuals.
• Skilled with precision hand and power tools.
• Understanding bearings, seals, rotating assemblies, and fuel systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Basic computer skills for repair documentation.

Responsibilities

• Receive failed engines and heating units returned from the field.
• Completely disassemble engines and related components.
• Inspect all mechanical components for wear, damage, and failure.
• Determine which parts can be salvaged, repaired, or replaced.
• Document failure findings and communicate unusual issues to Engineering.
• Thoroughly clean engine components using approved cleaning equipment and procedures.
• Remove carbon buildup, contaminants, and debris from reusable components.
• Prepare salvaged components for inspection and reassembly.
• Ensure all reusable parts meet quality standards before installation.
• Rebuild failed jet-powered heating units using salvaged and new replacement components.
• Replace bearings, seals, hardware, electrical components, fuel system parts, and other wear items.
• Assemble engines following detailed work instructions and engineering specifications.
• Maintain strict quality standards throughout every rebuild.
• Verify proper tolerances, torque specifications, and assembly procedures.
• Perform operational testing before and after engine rebuilds.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures.
• Verify engine performance following rebuild.
• Troubleshoot and correct issues discovered during testing.
• Ensure every rebuilt unit meets REIC Rentals' quality and safety standards before returning to service.

Job description

DoD SkillBridge: Rebuild Engine Technician

DoD SkillBridge Internship: Rebuild Engine Technician

Applicants mustbe active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualifyfor the DoD SkillBridge Program.

Rebuild Innovative Jet-Powered HeatingEquipment That Keeps Critical Operations Running!

AtREIC Rentals, we'reredefining temporary climate control with industry-leading heating equipmentpowered by advanced jet engine technology. We're looking for a mechanicallyinclinedEngine Rebuild Technicianto diagnose, disassemble,inspect, clean, refurbish, and rebuild failed jet-powered heating systems,restoring them to like-new operating condition.

Whether you've rebuilt aircraftengines, diesel engines, racing engines, turbine systems, or have completedtechnical training in aviation maintenance or engine technology, this is anopportunity to apply your skills in a clean, technology-driven repair environmentwhere quality, craftsmanship, and precision matter.

Continue Your Mission. Every engine yourebuild helps power emergency response, disaster recovery, hospitals,industrial facilities, military installations, and critical infrastructureacross North America. Your work directly supports customers when reliable heatis essential.

WhatWe're Looking For

Military experiencemaintaining aircraft, helicopters, turbines, generators, heavy equipment,diesel engines, or vehicle fleets is highly valued.

Examples:

• Army 15 SeriesAviation
• Army 91 SeriesMaintenance
• Navy AviationMachinist's Mate (AD)
• Coast Guardaviation maintenance

TechnicalSkills

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience rebuilding mechanical equipment
• Ability to diagnose mechanical failures
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and service manuals
• Skilled with precision hand and power tools
• Understanding of bearings, seals, rotating assemblies, fuel systems,and mechanical components
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to quality workmanship
• Basic computer skills for repair documentation

WhyJoin REIC Rentals?

At REIC Rentals, we're more than aleading name in specialty equipment rentals-we're a team that believes inservice, safety, and people first. With more than 55 locations across NorthAmerica, we provide customers with reliable equipment they can count on whendowntime isn't an option.

As anEngine RebuildTechnician, you'll play a critical role in extending the life of ourproprietary heating equipment by restoring failed engines to factoryperformance standards. You will develop specialized experience rebuildingproprietary jet-powered heating systems unlike anything else in the equipmentrental industry.

What We Offer

• Work on proprietary jet-powered temporary heating equipment
• Diagnose and rebuild engines from teardown through final testing
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Product Support
• Stable, growing company with advancement opportunities
• Clean, safety-focused manufacturing environment

WhatYou'll Do

Engine Disassembly & Inspection

• Receive failed engines and heating units returned from the field
• Completely disassemble engines and related components
• Inspect all mechanical components for wear, damage, and failure
• Determine which parts can be salvaged, repaired, or replaced
• Document failure findings and communicate unusual issues toEngineering
• Thoroughly clean engine components using approved cleaning equipmentand procedures
• Remove carbon buildup, contaminants, and debris from reusablecomponents
• Prepare salvaged components for inspection and reassembly
• Ensure all reusable parts meet quality standards before installation

Engine Rebuild

• Rebuild failed jet-powered heating units using salvaged and newreplacement components
• Replace bearings, seals, hardware, electrical components, fuelsystem parts, and other wear items
• Assemble engines following detailed work instructions andengineering specifications
• Maintain strict quality standards throughout every rebuild
• Verify proper tolerances, torque specifications, and assemblyprocedures
• Perform operational testing before and after engine rebuilds
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures
• Verify engine performance following rebuild
• Troubleshoot and correct issues discovered during testing
• Ensure every rebuilt unit meets REIC Rentals' quality and safetystandards before returning to service

Documentation

• Complete teardown reports and failure analysis documentation
• Record replacement parts used during rebuilds
• Maintain accurate repair records within company systems
• Document inspection findings and testing results

Inventory & Shop Support

• Maintain organized inventory of replacement engine components
• Assist with inventory counts and organization
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Recommend improvements to rebuild procedures and repair processes
• Assist Engineering by identifying recurring failure trends
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Support development of repair standards and work instructions

PhysicalRequirements

This position requires standing forextended periods, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, kneeling, using hand tools,and working around machinery in a manufacturing environment. Appropriatepersonal protective equipment (PPE) is required.

REIC and all affiliates operate asdrug-free environments, which includes marijuana. A pre-employment drugscreening that tests for THC and other drugs, as well as a full backgroundcheck, is required of all newly hired employees.