Gas Compressor Overhaul Technician

Career Area:

Operations

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Description:

Join a dynamic team with growth opportunities. The gas compressor overhaul and restage team in Mabank assists in overhauling and restaging Solar’s centrifugal gas compressors. With a total population of more than 4,500 gas compressors installed worldwide and a wealth of experience gained while restaging 2,700+ compressors, Solar is uniquely positioned to offer these services. Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 23 megawatts

Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages, and generator sets

Solar’s foundation is our people. We value individual contributions and emphasize safety in all aspects of our business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 9,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team.

When you join the Solar Turbines team, you become a part of the family.

Assemble, disassemble, rework, and repair varying Solar Turbine gas compressor models and subassemblies in support of customer needs. Perform necessary job functions to facilitate the needs of the gas compressor business unit.

Utilizing special tooling to disassemble & reassemble multiple gas compressor models.

Operating hand, pneumatic, and battery powered tools.

Cleaning components in wash bay & blast cabinet.

Measuring critical dimensions using micrometers, calipers, depth mics, etc…

Operating overhead cranes & fork-lifts to move heavy equipment.

Using BOM, assembly planning, engineered drawings.

Inputting the compressor build data into the Power Apps computer system.

Organize, maintain, and coordinate logistics for compressor tooling going to customer sites.

Commitment to safety awareness & attention to potential hazards.

Able to learn quickly and retain knowledge across multiple compressor models.

Committed to working in a team environment & maintaining a positive attitude.

Engagement in the departments 5S activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

6 months prior experience of the repair/overhaul of centrifugal gas compressors or turbomachinery.

Knowledge of how to use/read precision measuring equipment. (Micrometers/Drop Mics)

Exposure to dynamic balancing activities related to centrifugal rotors.

Previous experience with O&G operations, and/or strong mechanical background.

Understanding of safe rigging & lifting practices.

Able to use a laptop computer & programs such as word, excel, teams.

Must be dependable and willing to work overtime and weekends.

Comfortable with working in a dynamic & frequently shifting environment.

High School Diploma, or equivalent diploma.

Summary Pay Range:

$51,674.00 - $77,510.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Posting Dates:

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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