V- Aero Field Technician

PROENERGY; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

PROENERGY is seeking a part-time, seasonal technician for gas turbine repairs in Chicago, Illinois. The role involves executing precise field service repairs, ensuring quality inspections, and frequent travel (75% - 90%).

Ideal candidates have a technical degree or equivalent experience, a demonstrated understanding of aero gas turbine maintenance, and must pass a drug screen and background check.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of work experience performing service work for Aero-derivative Gas Turbines.
• U.S. work authorization is a precondition of employment.
• Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

Responsibilities

• Execute gas turbine repair work at the field level.
• Perform disassembly and reassembly of gas turbines.
• Conduct engine removal and installation.
• Assist in creation and improvement of field service procedures.

Skills

A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) license

Teamwork

Technical competence in software, hardware, and networks

Precision measurements with specialized tools

Effective communication

Knowledge of aero gas turbine maintenance functions

Education

Two-year technical degree in aviation or mechanics

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometer

Vernier caliper

Job description

NOTE:This position is a part-time, seasonal role intended to support business operations during peak periods and does not constitute full-time employment.

Position Summary

Responsible for the timely execution of gas turbine repair work at the field level. Provide input and assist in the creation and improvement of field service procedures involving field service repairs and inspection processes. Ensure quality Field Service inspections and repairs via precision and attention to detail.

Reports To: Field Services Manager

Work Location: 8310 McHard Road, Houston, TX 77053

Position Responsibilities

• Compliance with all company policies, procedures, and commercial commitments.
• Communicate effectively with the field service staff and management.
• Perform engine/field inspection work with precision and attention to detail.
• Perform disassembly and reassembly process of gas turbines.
• Assist the field services team with input and in the creation, improvement and implementation of procedures of field service work procedures and inspection processes.
• Conduct engine removal and installation.
• Assist Senior Aero Field Technician in the preparation of field service reports, which include documenting project activities and project updates.
• Communicate effectively with the Aero Field Service staff and management.
• Ensure a clean and safe work environment.
• Extensive travel (75% - 90%) is required.

Required Qualifications

• A two-year technical degree in aviation or mechanics and 3 or more years work experience performing service work for Aero-derivative Gas Turbines; OR High School diploma, or equivalent and 5 or more years of relevant work experience in lieu of advanced education.
• U.S. 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 the following:
  • Pre-employment drug screen, background check, including a Motor Vehicle Record review.
  • DISA background and drug screen requirements as indicated by a PROENERGY client.

Desired Qualifications

• A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) license
• The ability to travel domestically & internationally.
• Has a demonstrated understanding of aero gas turbine maintenance functions.
• Knowledge and understanding of performing a borescope inspection of a LM2500/LM6000
• Knowledge and understanding on the performance of a Hot Section Exchange for a LM2500/LM6000
• Knowledge and understanding on how to remove and install an LM2500 GG/GT, LM2500 PT, and an LM6000
• Knowledge and understanding of how to perform the laser alignment of a LM2500/LM6000
• Knowledge and understanding how to perform engine external and package inspections of the LM2500/LM6000
• Knowledge and understanding on how to perform various inspections or maintenance activities in the field.
• Knowledge and ability to perform critical measurements with a variety of specialized tools like a micrometer, Vernier caliper, etc.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Technical competence (understand software, hardware, networks, etc).
• Demonstrate the ability to provide crane operators the proper signals when performing a lift.
• Demonstrate the ability to properly rig a load prior to performing a lift

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.