The Shop Mechanic is responsible for the assembly, disassembly, inspection, repair, and testing of pumps and rotating equipment in accordance with company standards and API specifications. This role requires mechanical expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to quality workmanship to ensure equipment reliability and customer satisfaction.
RESPONSIBILITY: Principal Accountabilities
Disassemble, inspect, and evaluate rotating equipment such as centrifugal pumps, gear pumps, and related components per API 610/682/685 standards.
Perform precision measurements and record clear inspection data to support accurate failure analysis and repair planning.
Assemble and test pumps and equipment following manufacturer specifications and Progressive Pumps quality standards.
Operate shop machinery safely, including lathes, mills, presses, and grinders.
Maintain and calibrate shop tools and equipment as required.
Support continuous improvement efforts related to shop safety, quality, and efficiency.
Follow and enforce all company safety policies and procedures.
Maintain cleanliness and organization per 5S standards.
Accurately complete documentation such as job travelers, inspection reports, and test data sheets.
Assist in maintaining shop inventory of tools, equipment, and consumables.
Communicate effectively with Planning and Engineering teams regarding scope of work and equipment conditions.
Support training of junior mechanics and apprentices when needed.
Participate in quality audits and corrective actions to ensure compliance with QA standards.
Experience
Pump technical knowledge (In shop environment) : 6+ Years
Knowledge
Strong knowledge of pump types, components, and repair procedures under API standards.
Skilled in using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, etc.).
Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, assembly prints, and schematics.
Competence in documenting inspection results and job data.
Good computer literacy (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet production schedules.
Physical Requirements 1. Prolonged Standing 2. Walking, Kneeling, Bending, twisting 3. Hand and eye Coordination 4. Ability to lift 50 lbs 5. Must be willing and able to work OT as needed
Numbers & Facts
Location
Pasadena, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Application Programming Interface (API)unmatched
Assembly Drawingsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computer Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Corrective Actionunmatched
Customer Satisfactionunmatched
Datasheetsunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Disassemblersunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Equipment Specificationunmatched
Failure Analysisunmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Latheunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Machiningunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Mechanical Assemblyunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Physical Demandsunmatched
Production Scheduleunmatched
Pumpsunmatched
Quality Assuranceunmatched
Quality Metricsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Safety Processunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Schematicsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Test Dataunmatched
Testingunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
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