Balance Shop Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:

Mechanic

Department:

Operations

Reports To:

Operations Manager

FLSA Status:

Hourly Non-Exempt

Position Status:

Direct

Work Hours:

7:00AM - 3:30PM

SUMMARY

The balance shop mechanic is responsible for performing intricate disassembly and assembly work GG4A, GG4C jet engines and/or GG8 power gas turbines in accordance with WGPW established methods and practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The position includes but is not limited to the following essential duties and responsibilities.

• Assembly of gas generator rotating assemblies i.e. compressors and turbines.
• Disassembly of gas generator rotating assemblies i.e. Compressors and turbines.
• Weigh rotating airfoils with pan scale and sort for low amplitude initial unbalance.
• Use of Hoffman balance machines to perform static and dynamic balance of rotating assemblies.
• Buildup of sub and final assemblies using hand tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Dimensional checks, bearing torques, compartment air flow and pressure checks.
• Preparing Balance assemblies for shipment.
• Removing broken bolts and hardware.
• Special projects as directed by supervision.
• Works overtime as required.
• Maintains a safe and clean work area and adheres to all housekeeping requirements. Follows all safety procedures and rules and properly wears all safety protective equipment as required.
• Conducts oneself in a businesslike manner and in the spirit of teamwork.
• May be required to work at other WGPW locations due to fluctuating work loads.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the Knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Good mechanical skills, a high level of manual dexterity including hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to accurately use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators.
• Able to read, interpret, document, and use manufacturer’s technical manuals, service bulletins, illustrated parts catalogs, assembly drawings, AOS sheets and WGPW assembly records.
• Required to safely use manufacturer’s special tooling and lift and turn equipment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school or equivalent plus broad specialized training in an aviation, technical school, or military training.
• One to three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Airframe & Powerplant License preferred but not required.

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, and controls. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions or be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, solvents, and oils.

WGPW Industrial Turbine Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.