Solar Turbines

Gas Compressor Mechanic Trainee


Pay$16.30 - $39.97 / hour
LocationSan Diego/California
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R0000221066

      Career Area:

      Manufacturing & Supply Chain

      Job Description:

      Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

      When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

      *Job Description

      POSITION DESCRIPTION: Assemble, disassemble, rework, and repair various completed compressors and their sub-assemblies in support of customer need’s. Perform complete overhaul of compressors and sub-assemblies.

      PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
      Working knowledge of Solar gas compressor machinery. Maintain a safe work environment, perform safety audits. Engage in continuous improvement efforts in Safety, Velocity, and Cost, and support the overall departments goals.

      • Assemble, disassemble, internal components and sub-assemblies to complete compressors
      • Perform installation, removal, disassembly, and repair of precision dry gas seals. Maintain training and certification requirements through supplier-provided training
      • Provide product support and technical assistance to internal and external customers
      • Set up and operate balancing machines to balance gas compressor parts and rotor assemblies to critical requirements.
      • Use specialized computer programs for electrical and mechanical run outs.
      • Perform duties working from Shop Floor Information System, operation instruction sheets, assembly drawings, bill of materials, photographs, written and oral instructions
      • Apply computer skills to access and record electronic information in programs such as Shop Floor Information System.
      • Inspect parts, components, and assemblies prior to installation.

      *Minimum Qualifications

      QUALIFICATIONS: Operate/use various equipment/tools including; precision measuring instruments, multimeters, proximeters, specialized induction heaters, hydraulic stretch tooling, pullers, torch, forklift, tugg, build stand elevator, and overhead crane.

      *Preferred Qualifications

      Previous Gas Compressor or Turbine assembly.

      *Minimum Education Level

      GED or Equivalent

      Summary Pay Range:

      $16.30 - $39.97

      Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

      Benefits:

      Annual incentive bonus plan*

      Medical, dental, and vision coverage

      Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

      401k savings plan

      Health savings account (HSA)

      Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

      Disability benefits

      Life Insurance

      Parental leave

      Healthy Lifestyle Programs

      Employee Assistance Programs

      Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

      Tuition Reimbursement

      Career Development

      *Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

      EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

      Not ready to apply? Submit your information to our Talent Network here.

  • About the company

      Solar Turbines Incorporated, a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc.,

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