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Valves/Turbine Mechanic
Power Plant Services Oswego, IL

Valves/Turbine Mechanic

Power Plant Services
Oswego, IL
  • $22 to $27 Hourly
  • Full-Time
Job Description

Mission: This position conducts repairs and pressure testing on various valves, actuator types and turbines. In addition, this position is responsible for performing pre-testing, disassembly, cleaning, in-process inspection, machining, lapping, painting, assembly, testing, and final inspection on various types of valves, actuations, and turbines.   

 

Supervisory Responsibility: 

Does this job have supervisory responsibilities? No 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Examine valves or mechanical control device parts for defects, dents, or loose attachments, and mark malfunctioning areas of defective units.  
  • Disassemble and repair mechanical control devices valves, turbines and associated turbine generator equipment.  
  • Ensure proper installation of valves or regulators and related equipment.  
  • Perform troubleshooting and problem solving of all issues.  
  • Calculate dimensions or tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers or gauges.  
  • Evaluate procedures and recommend changes or modifications for improved efficiency or adaptability.  
  • Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to management.  
  • Maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition and follow directed safety procedures.  
  • Perform mechanical work as required, such as assembly and disassembly.  
  • Perform trouble shooting along with honing, drilling, stoning, and cleaning.  
  • Manage and organize own work while remaining a team player and handling other assigned tasks as required by the company.  
  • Perform extra assignments in other areas and related task assignments in the work area.  
  • Other duties as assigned.  

 

Position Requirements: 

  • Hands-on technical mechanical experience repairing and troubleshooting high energy mechanical systems within a highly regulated industry. 
  • Exceptional organization and attention to details  
  • Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing  
  • Great analytical and critical thinking skills   
  • Ability to work efficiently and effectively within a business system.  
  • Proficiently with power and manual hand tools   
  • Ability to push, pull and lift up to 50 pounds.  
  • Experienced with measuring tools.  
  • Experienced with close tolerances, blueprint readings, and metric measurements.  
  • Mechanically inclined with the ability to follow specific written instructions and procedures.  
  • Working knowledge of basic mathematical skills.  
  • Willingness to learn with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting.  
  • Continually exhibit the qualities of trustworthiness, a strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.  
  • Regular, consistent attendance is a requirement. Overtime as required by the company.  
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and sit or stand for extended periods of time. 

 

Education and Experience: 

  • High school diploma or equivalent  
  • Relevant technical certification preferred. 
  • A combination of education and experience will also be considered.  

 

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Power Plant Services

Oswego, IL
60543 USA

Industry

Manufacturing

Posted date

15 days ago

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