Gas Repair Specialist - 1st Shift

Job Responsibilities

• Review job releases and supporting documentation to understand the assigned scope of work.
• Review prior job history and prepare incoming equipment inspection packages.
• Create and detail ERP jobs to support the full work scope, including internal and external operations.
• Review drawings, specifications, and work instructions for standards compliance before issuing shop work packages.
• Maintain a scope and cost workbook for assigned jobs, including labor, materials, and subcontracted services.
• Develop and implement new inspection forms as needed.
• Review inspection results and verify conformance to EthosEnergy standards, OEM specifications, or applicable drawings.
• Develop and implement repair work scopes and cost workbooks outlining required labor, materials, and outside services; review with the Repair Engineer for technical concurrence and with management, manufacturing, and the Project Manager as appropriate.
• Facilitate project scope review meetings as needed, document agreed updates and revise the workbook and ERP records where applicable.
• Initiate purchasing for required parts, materials, and vendor services to support assigned jobs.
• Track supplier deliverables, follow up on progress, resolve issues, and coordinate with Supply Chain as needed.
• Consult with Manufacturing on make-or-buy decisions.
• Cook with the Project/Commercial Manager and Repair Engineer on applicable jobs.
• Prepare RFQ estimates for Commercial as requested, reviewing work scopes and estimates with management, engineering, and manufacturing as appropriate.
• Prepare cost estimates for extra work authorizations, recording updates in the workbook while Commercial updates ERP records.
• Work additional hours as needed to support production schedules.
• When not supporting production work, identify process improvements and continue building knowledge of rotating equipment and repair practices.

Required Skills / Knowledge

• Gas turbine knowledge, including operating principles and key systems.
• Understanding of gas turbine rotor, stator, compressor, combustion, and turbine components.
• Familiarity with industrial and aero-derivative gas turbine systems.
• Ability to interpret OEM manuals, technical drawings, repair procedures, and work instructions.
• Component repair experience, including disassembly, assembly, inspection, surface preparation, and repair techniques.
• Ability to inspect casings, rotors, shafts, diaphragms, blades, and vanes for wear, erosion, corrosion, FOD, and other damage.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools, including micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, calipers, height gauges, depth gauges, runout equipment, and alignment tools.
• Knowledge of machining practices, tolerances, balancing principles, lifting and rigging practices, and safe hand and power tool use.
• Experience with grinding, polishing, and other repair-related surface finishing techniques.
• Quality control skills, including in-process inspections, dimensional verification, accurate documentation, ISO/OEM standards compliance, and non-conformance reporting.
• Ability to complete repair reports, record measurements and inspection results, and maintain accurate service documentation.
• Experience using CMMS and ERP systems when required.
• Strong understanding of key safety practices, including LOTO, hazard communication, hot work, confined space awareness, rigging and lifting safety, PPE requirements, and fire prevention.
• Leadership and training skills, including mentoring, assisting with new employee training, demonstrating proper repair techniques, and supporting competency development.
• Able to share technical knowledge, communicate repair status and concerns, and work effectively with machinists, welders, inspectors, engineers, and supervisors.
• Commitment to continuous improvement initiatives.

Education Requirements

• Minimum HS diploma or GED.
• BS in engineering is preferred, will consider years of experience, combined with education for this position.
• Certifications in CAD or PMP are a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8 to 12 hours per shift.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and reach overhead.
• Work in various positions, including confined or restricted work areas.
• Maintain balance while working on platforms, ladders, and elevated surfaces.
• Perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Sometimes lift and move materials weighing up to 75 pounds with assistance or mechanical lifting devices.
• Safely use overhead cranes, hoists, slings, and rigging equipment.
• Handle, position, and maneuver gas turbine components and tooling.

What We Offer

• Supportive company culture that values its employees.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & 401 K Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave, Time Off & Holidays.
• Extra money in your paycheck - Employee Referral Bonus.
• Personal Development & Career Succession Planning.
• Company sponsored Perks & Discount programs.

EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.