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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.

Assemble, disassemble, rework, and repair varying Solar Turbine gas compressor models and subassemblies in support of customer needs. Perform necessary job functions to facilitate the needs of the gas compressor business unit.

Join a dynamic team with growth opportunities.  The gas compressor overhaul and restage team in Mabank assists in overhauling and restaging Solar’s centrifugal gas compressors.  With a total population of more than 4,500 gas compressors installed worldwide and a wealth of experience gained while restaging 2,700+ compressors, Solar is uniquely positioned to offer these services. Solar Turbines Incorporated, headquartered in San Diego, California, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Caterpillar Inc. Solar manufactures the world’s most widely used family of mid-sized industrial gas turbines, ranging from 1 to 23 megawatts
Solar is a leading provider of energy solutions, featuring an extensive line of gas turbine-powered compressor sets, mechanical drive packages, and generator sets
Solar’s foundation is our people. We value individual contributions and emphasize safety in all aspects of our business. Solar Turbines is comprised of a dedicated and multi-talented workforce of more than 9,000 employees with decades of experience working as a global team. 
 

Responsibilities:
Utilizing special tooling to disassemble & reassemble multiple gas compressor models.
Operating hand, pneumatic, and battery powered tools.
Cleaning components in wash bay & blast cabinet.

Measuring critical dimensions using micrometers, calipers, depth mics, etc…

Operating overhead cranes & fork-lifts to move heavy equipment.
Using BOM, assembly planning, engineered drawings.

Inputting the compressor build data into the Power Apps computer system.
Organize, maintain, and coordinate logistics for compressor tooling going to customer sites.

Commitment to safety awareness & attention to potential hazards.
Able to learn quickly and retain knowledge across multiple compressor models.
Committed to working in a team environment & maintaining a positive attitude.
 
Qualifications:
Repair/overhaul experience of centrifugal gas compressors or other turbomachinery.
Experience with precision measuring equipment
Familiarity/experience with dynamic balancing activities related to compressor rotors.
Previous experience in O&G operations and/or strong mechanical background.
Must be dependable and willing to work overtime and weekends.
Comfortable with working in a dynamic & frequently shifting environment.

Must have a Diploma/or equivalent
 
This position is covering 2nd shift. A shift premium is applicable for 2nd shift.

When you join the Solar Turbines team, you become a part of the family. 

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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.   

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

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