Shop Mechanic

About the Role

Southeast Pump Specialist, Inc. serves Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Florida. We specialize in industrial pump repair and are a distributor for pumps, mechanical seals and mechanical packing.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, disassemble, measure, clean, repair, rebuild, and assemble industrial pumps and rotating equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine the cause of equipment failure.
• Perform repairs and replacements of bearings, seals, packing, bushings, shafts, wear rings, impellers, sleeves, and other pump components.
• Measure shafts, housings, bearings, impellers, and other components using precision measuring tools.
• Read and interpret pump drawings, assembly drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Perform pump alignment using dial indicators, laser alignment equipment, or other precision tools.
• Inspect repaired equipment to ensure proper fit, clearances, tolerances, and operating condition.
• Assist with testing pumps and equipment after repairs.
• Operate shop equipment and tools, including overhead cranes, forklifts, presses, grinders, drills, hydraulic equipment, and other mechanical equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Complete work orders, inspection reports, repair documentation, and parts lists accurately.
• Identify additional repair requirements and communicate findings to supervisors or management.
• Follow established repair procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Assist with field service or emergency repairs when needed.
• Properly handle, store, and dispose of oils, solvents, chemicals, and other shop materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Mechanical experience in an industrial, manufacturing, maintenance, pump, or rotating-equipment environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to read basic mechanical drawings and understand equipment specifications.
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate forklifts, overhead cranes, and other shop equipment.
• Ability to lift, move, and work around heavy industrial equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.

Benefits

• Broad-based employee ownership program extended to every employee within our portfolio companies.
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (among other plans).
• Competitive 401(k) matching program.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Employee referral program.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Parental leave.
• FCG University learning and training platform offering over 80,000 courses.