Turbine Technician

WhiteWater Midstream•Alice, TX

About The Position

This position is responsible for the maintenance and documentation of turbine engines on the Blackcomb pipeline. The position is based in the Uvalde, Texas area or within a 75-mile radius, with a reporting office in Alice, Texas. Occasional travel, including overnight visits, to other compressor locations is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of related experience maintaining machinery and industrial service equipment, including turbines, fans, motors, generators, and pumps.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company insurability requirements.
Maintain compliance with WWM’s drug and alcohol program.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and various operating systems, and ability to perform basic math.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays, and respond to callouts and emergencies.
Knowledge of reading and interpreting charts, assembly instructions, and manuals.
Knowledge and experience using measurement tools and complex equipment, including bolting, hydraulic bolting, flange management, small-bore piping, and basic rigging/lifting; ability to follow PPE guidelines.
Ability to work in changing climate conditions and with a team, take direction from supervisors, maintain required work schedules, focus on details, and follow work rules.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and fluency in English.
Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 75 pounds, work in tight spaces, and climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders, and walkways.

Nice To Haves

Experience maintaining CAT 3500 series equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform routine evaluations of gas turbine engines and hardware for maintenance needs according to technical specifications, routers, manuals, and other quality verification criteria, using precision measuring equipment.
Audit system integrity; test and troubleshoot component failures and malfunctions; recommend corrective procedures; and perform maintenance, repairs, and installations as needed.
Manage the procurement of inventory with vendors.
Document and maintain records of assembly, asset evaluations, machinery disassembly, improvement recommendations, and work performed on machinery, components, and hardware.
Outline company standards, procedures, and recordkeeping forms related to turbine-engine quality assurance.
Manage the maintenance program to ensure company compliance with the Long-Term Service Agreement (LTSA).
Comply with safety and environmental practices under regulatory and company requirements.
Attend safety training, maintain required certifications, demonstrate high safety standards, and assist with regulatory inspections.
Travel occasionally, including overnight visits, to other compressor locations.