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What is a rotor balance technician?

A Rotor Balance Technician is responsible for analyzing, diagnosing, and correcting imbalances in rotating equipment such as turbines, compressors, and industrial fans. They use specialized tools and techniques to measure vibration levels, identify the source of imbalance, and apply corrective measures like adding or removing weight. This role is critical for ensuring machinery operates efficiently, reducing wear and tear, and preventing unexpected failures. Rotor Balance Technicians work in industries such as aerospace, power generation, and manufacturing, where precision and reliability are essential.

What are the daily tasks and challenges I might encounter as a rotor balance technician?

As a Rotor Balance Technician, your typical day involves performing precision balancing and alignment on rotating equipment such as turbines, compressors, and fans, using specialized tools and measurement systems. You'll frequently troubleshoot imbalance issues, interpret vibration analysis data, and make detailed adjustments to equipment both in the field and in workshop settings. Challenges can include working in noisy or confined spaces, meeting tight production schedules, and ensuring strict adherence to safety protocols. You will often collaborate closely with engineers, maintenance teams, and quality control personnel to ensure machinery runs efficiently and safely. Gaining experience in this role can open doors to more advanced positions in reliability engineering, machinery diagnostics, or supervisory roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a rotor balance technician?

A Rotor Balance Technician needs a solid background in mechanical systems, precision measurement, and vibration analysis, often supported by a technical diploma or associate degree in mechanical or aerospace technology. Familiarity with dynamic balancing machines, laser alignment tools, and industry-specific software, as well as certifications like Vibration Analyst (CAT I/II), are commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong teamwork and communication skills help technicians excel in fast-paced, collaborative settings. Mastery of these skills ensures the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of rotating machinery, which is critical for minimizing downtime and maintaining performance standards.

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Rotor Balancing Technician

Rotating Machinery Svcs Inc

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Rotating Machinery Services Inc. is seeking Rotor Balancing Technician(s). This role will perform a variety of mechanical operations / tasks on turbomachinery components and assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements. We also have flexibility to train the right mechanically inclined candidate for this role.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Maintain a safe working environment and a commitment to safety excellence.
  • Responsible for understanding and complying with the safety policy, procedures, and instructions.
  • Assemble components in accordance with procedures, drawings, work instructions, and specifications.
  • Perform precision balancing on components and rotating assemblies to specified requirements.
  • Use calipers, gauges, micrometers & other measuring tools to determine the condition of components and assemblies.
  • Assemble various configurations of components to corresponding assembly prints utilizing available tooling, gauging and equipment.
  • Generate inspection reports as required and assist with documenting quality issues and solutions.
  • Maintaining a clean and organized work area.
  • Ability to understand assembly and manufacturing prints.
  • Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

General:

The above list of activities is not all-inclusive but a general representation of the requirements of the RMS Rotor Balance Technician. This above list is subject to change based on the needs of the company.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of two years of experience with component assembly and dynamic balancing.                                    

REQUIRED EDUCATION

  • High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • The position will be based full time in our Pearland, TX facility.
  • This is a full-time position, with a minimum expectation of 40 hours per week. Additional hours, including evenings or weekends may be required based on company and project needs.
  • This position can be required to participate in the company random or customer specific drug and alcohol screening and background check.
  • Ability to act professionally under stressful situations. 
  • Able to understand, read, write and speak English.
  • Ability and willingness to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.(with assistance), walk, climb, reach, kneel, crawl, and balance.
  • Must be able to use hands for assembling and tool usage
  • While performing the duties of this position the employee will be required to stand, sit, bend, and walk for significant portions of the shift
  • Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals, including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug, alcohol screening, and background check.
  • Authorized to work in the United States
  • RMS Inc. may have government contracts that impose specific requirements on employees working on those projects. If an employee does not meet these requirements, they may be reassigned to a different location or be ineligible to work on certain assignments. 

Work Environment:

  • While performing the duties of this position, the employee will be regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. While the work area may be described as generally clean, safe, and "not loud", there will be machining operations that generate moderate noise and metal particles.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Medical / Dental / Vision
  • 401k 
  • Employee Incentive Programs
  • Employee Reimbursement Programs

Come Join Rotating Machinery Services Inc. and watch your Career go TURBO! Visit www.rotatingmachinery.com to learn more about who we are and what we do.

ABOUT RMS

Rotating Machinery Services (RMS Inc.) was established in 1998 with the vision to reinvent the concept of an aftermarket turbomachinery business. The goal was to provide turbomachinery operators with unparalleled service based on established relationships, solid engineering, and technical expertise—all backed by responsiveness in competitive prices and lead times.  RMS’ commitment to quality penetrates every aspect of the organization and in the guiding force for all decision making. With an equal blend of cutting-edge technology, engineering experience, and the work of skilled crafts people, RMS continuously delivers the best possible results to customers. RMS is a nimble organization with a collaborative culture of individuals who come to work every day with a desire to improve upon their craft and further the rotating machinery industry.

RMS Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.