Pump Mechanic-Rotating Equipment

Company Description: For over 80 years, Puffer-Sweiven has set the standard in equipment and services for process control, automation, safety, and reliability. We help process-intensive facilities run more efficiently and safely by delivering quality products, technical support, and knowledgeable staff to implement the needed process solutions — with the goal of exceeding customer expectations. Our dedication brings the most advanced products and services to our customers throughout the Central and Gulf Coast regions of Texas. Specialties: As an Emerson Impact Partner, we offer a broad base of superior solutions including the top product lines for a given application. Our specialties at Puffer-Sweiven include: Process Control & Safety Systems Control Valves & Regulators Isolation Valves & Actuation Oil & Gas Automation Reliability Solutions & Services Pressure Management Specialty Pumps & Rotating Equipment Instrumentation Maintenance & Repair Services Duties and Responsibilities: Receive incoming equipment, verify model, serial number, customer tag and nameplate data; take as-received photographs. Disassemble pumps, gearboxes and related equipment per OEM procedures; tag and bag all parts and photograph each step. Clean and inspect all components; measure fits, clearances, runout and wear with micrometers, bore gauges and dial indicators and record results against OEM tolerances. Complete the teardown inspection checklist for each job and identify every part that must be replaced or repaired. Report defective materials, out-of-tolerance parts or questionable conditions to the Rotating Equipment Operations leader immediately. Identify required parts against the OEM bill of materials and parts books; provide a complete parts list (gaskets, O-rings, bolting, NPT plugs, pins, bearings, seals and any worn components) for the work scope and pricing. Estimate repair hours by task (disassembly, cleaning, inspection, machining, assembly, testing, painting) to support quotes. Check parts received against the parts list and job before assembly. Repair and rebuild centrifugal, pitot tube, progressing cavity, internal gear, ANSI process, reciprocating, h-pump, between-bearing pumps, gearboxes and related rotating equipment. Install mechanical seals (cartridge and component), bearings, couplings and wear parts; set shims and end play and torque fasteners per OEM specification. Replace all gaskets, O-rings, bolting, NPT plugs, pins and bearings on every rebuild – no exceptions. Position, fit and align pumps, drivers and skid assemblies; perform shaft and coupling alignment. Perform seal air tests, hydrostatic and run tests; collect vibration data with basic analysis; record bearing temperatures and test results on the quality check sheets. Verify the repair meets OEM and customer specifications before the equipment is painted and released. Provide photographs, inspection measurements and repair notes for the work scope and the final job book. Record job time and production data; tag and label repaired equipment, prep for paint, palletize and prepare for shipping. Support field service jobs at customer sites: removal and installation, seal changes, alignments, lubrication, inspections and routine checks on pumps, compressors and their drives. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Knowledge: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience/Skills: A minimum of two years experience in the inspection, repair and assembly of pumps and/or related rotating equipment. COMPETENCIES: Ability to read and interpret OEM repair manuals, parts books, bills of materials, assembly drawings and customer specifications. Accurate use of precision measuring tools and the discipline to record every measurement. Basic computer skills: photographs, inspection checklists, email and job records. Works independently with minimal supervision and as a team member; communicates clearly with the shop lead, sales and management; reliable attendance and attention to detail. Manual machining and welding skills are highly desirable.