Industrial Mechanic Job at Tradesmen International, Seattle, WA

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  • Tradesmen International
  • Seattle, WA

Job Description

🔧 Industrial Mechanic

📍 Location: Seattle, WA

💲 Pay: $38/hr + Overtime

📅 Schedule: Full-time, with overtime opportunities

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Industrial Mechanic with a strong background working on turbines, large motors, compressors, and gearboxes . This position requires advanced mechanical repair skills, equipment diagnostics expertise, and hands-on experience with heavy rotating equipment. You’ll work both independently and as part of a technical team to maintain, rebuild, and align high-value industrial systems.

Key Responsibilities

Turbine Maintenance & Repair

  • Disassemble and reassemble turbine units (rotors, stators, seals, bearings) to OEM specifications.
  • Inspect components for fatigue, wear, and distortion.
  • Perform precision alignment and balancing using laser and dial tools.

Large Motor Maintenance

  • Tear down and rebuild large motors, including end bells, rotors, stators, and bearings.
  • Support electrical testing (megger, surge, resistance).
  • Maintain cooling, lubrication, and alignment systems.

Compressor Maintenance

  • Disassemble compressors for internal inspection (rotors, pistons, valves).
  • Replace seals, gaskets, and rings; ensure pressure integrity.
  • Conduct alignment and post-repair testing and vibration checks.

Gearbox Repair

  • Tear down and inspect gearboxes for wear, spalling, or lubrication failure.
  • Replace gears, bearings, and seals to precise tolerances.
  • Set up gear mesh, backlash, and verify oil system operation.

General Mechanical Work

  • Assemble mechanical systems using precision tools and torque equipment.
  • Perform shaft and coupling alignments; minimize vibration and wear.
  • Safely handle and rig heavy components with cranes or hoists.
  • Interpret blueprints, P&IDs, and technical documentation.
  • Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance using vibration and oil data.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with vibration analysis and non-destructive testing (NDT) methods.
  • Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic systems .
  • Strong understanding of lockout/tagout (LOTO) , confined space, and PPE safety procedures.

What You Bring

  • Proven experience with industrial mechanical systems (turbines, compressors, or similar).
  • Ability to perform precise alignments and mechanical fits.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to safety and attention to detail.

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to work with industry professionals on complex, high-impact rotating equipment. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining reliability and performance across major mechanical systems while gaining valuable large-scale industrial experience.

Job Tags

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