Turbine Engine Technician

Site Worker Corp; Brookshire (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Site Worker Corp is seeking a Turbine Engine Technician to inspect, repair, replace, install, and maintain turbine engines for industrial and marine applications. Local to Brookshire, TX or willing to relocate is preferred, with responsibilities including precision measurement, documentation, and remote-site support.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in mechanical maintenance of turbines, aviation or industrial trades experience, and proficiency in English.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of mechanical repair, maintenance, and installation experience.
• Experience with turbine/industrial engines preferred.
• Experience on aviation or industrial trades with power-generating equipment.
• Proficient in English; able to read maintenance data.
• ITAR eligibility and ability to document steps performed.
• Willingness to travel for off-site maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair, and assemble turbine engines.
• Follow maintenance instructions and document measurements and steps.
• Fit and install close-tolerance blades, nozzles, and assemblies.
• Prepare turbine parts for installation including cleaning.
• Inspect parts with precision measuring tools and set up testing.
• Design or fabricate parts as needed and travel for remote locations.
• Collaborate in a team environment and work independently when required.

Skills

Aviation/industrial maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Documentation and data recording

Teamwork and independence

Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Precision measurement tools

Engine balance equipment

Job description

The Turbine Engine Technician is responsible for all duties associated with the inspection, repair, replacement, installation, adjustment, removal, and maintenance of turbine engines. This role supports an employer that manufactures turbine engine solutions for industrial and marine applications under licensed turbine technology used in military and commercial platforms.

Responsibilities

• Candidates must be local to Brookshire, TX or willing to relocate.
• Perform the disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and assembly of various turbine engine models.
• Follow written maintenance instructions while documenting measurements, clearances, and steps performed.
• Fit, install, and/or modify to close tolerance blades, nozzles, locking keys, assemblies, and turning gears.
• Prepare turbine parts for installation, including sandblasting and cleaning.
• Inspect engine parts using precision measuring equipment and calculate clearances.
• Set up completed turbines for rotational testing.
• Design and fabricate parts, as required.
• Willingness to travel to support off-site maintenance troubleshooting in remote locations.

Desired Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Turboshaft engine or industrial turbine engine maintenance experience highly desired.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience applying mechanical principles in the repair, maintenance, and installation of mechanical equipment.
• Accomplished skills in aviation or industrial trade, with experience on power-generating equipment.
• Experience using precision measurement tools and engine balance equipment.
• Proficient in the English language.
• Ability to understand technical maintenance data and document steps performed.
• Proactive problem solver.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be able to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements

Working Conditions

• 40-hour work week; hours may fluctuate depending on workload.
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled environment.
• Potential exposure to chemicals, coolants, fire hazards, dust, fumes, and high noise levels.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand, bend, and walk for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to reach, bend, push, lift, and climb continuously.