Pump Mechanic – Industrial Rotating Equipment
Location: Houston, TX
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Industry: Industrial Pumps / Rotating Equipment
Company: Confidential – Leading Industrial Pump OEM & Service Provider
About the Company
My client is a globally recognised manufacturer and service provider of industrial pumping equipment, supporting customers across oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, chemical processing and general industrial markets.
Due to continued demand, they are seeking an experienced Pump Mechanic to join their Houston-area service operation.
Position Overview
The Pump Mechanic will be responsible for the inspection, disassembly, troubleshooting, repair, assembly and testing of industrial pumps and associated rotating equipment.
This is a hands-on, primarily workshop-based position requiring strong mechanical aptitude and experience repairing centrifugal pumps.
Key Responsibilities
- Disassemble, inspect, repair and reassemble industrial centrifugal pumps.
- Diagnose mechanical failures, including bearing damage, seal failures, shaft wear and vibration issues.
- Perform mechanical repairs, rebuilds and preventative maintenance.
- Work on horizontal and vertical centrifugal pumps, including ANSI and API configurations.
- Inspect shafts, impellers, casings, bearings, mechanical seals and other pump components.
- Conduct precision measurements using micrometers, dial indicators and other inspection tools.
- Perform shaft alignment, bearing installation, seal replacement and clearance checks.
- Interpret technical drawings, equipment manuals and repair specifications.
- Support pump testing, quality inspections and documentation.
- Maintain a safe, organised workshop environment.
Requirements
- Previous hands-on experience repairing and rebuilding industrial pumps.
- Strong knowledge of centrifugal pump components and mechanical systems.
- Experience with mechanical seals, bearings, shafts and impellers.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and determine appropriate repairs.
- Comfortable using precision measuring instruments and workshop tools.
- Ability to read mechanical drawings and technical documentation.
- Experience with Goulds, Flowserve, Sulzer, KSB or similar industrial pump equipment is advantageous.
- Previous experience in an industrial pump repair shop or rotating equipment service centre preferred.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Long-term career development with an established global organisation.
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of industrial pumping equipment.
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Louie Smith