BucketBlader Specialist

Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC a world class supplier of power generation services parts and repairs has an immediate opening for individuals with a desire to join a growing organization and with an appetite for diverse and technically challenging work.

The Repairs Division is seeking both entry level as well as more experienced Machinists that can specialize in Bucket / Blader precision turbine this position you must be able to work in the St. Louis shop and more experienced individuals will requires some travel for work in the field. SUMMARY: Bucket / Blader Specialized Machinists sets-up adjusts and operates shop and portable machine tools to repair turbine rotating steampath components.

More experienced candidates may also lead and direct the work of others.

Experience:

I no experience required

II minimum 2 years experience

III minimum 5 years experience

• Install and machine GE tangential entry and axial entry buckets/blades (all levels)
• Install and machine Westinghouse T root buckets/blades (all levels)
• Erosion shield and brazing techniques (levels II III)
• Install and machine GE finger dovetails (levels II III)
• Install and machine Westinghouse axial dovetails (levels II III)
• Install and machine all manufacture type blades (levels II III)
• Tie wire braze of buckets (levels II III)
• Tenon grinding (levels II III)
• Evaluating the bucket condition at job site to establish the required repairs (levels II III)
• Explain and discuss needed repairs schedules man loading with customers (levels II III)

EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

• Original manufacturing methods and standards; basic knowledge of machine tools such as lathes milling machines punch press etc. (all levels)
• Familiar with NDE techniques such as dye penetrates and mag particle (all levels)
• Knowledge and ability to use both hand and power tools associated with grinding deburring and metal forming (all levels)
• Knowledge and ability to use common precision measuring instruments and hand tools such as tape measure level square file or rasp etc. (all levels)
• Ability to read understand and follow company repair procedures and directions (all levels)
• Strong customer service experience in explaining and discussing needed repairs and being able to determine scheduling time frame (levels II III)
• Ability to lead other bucket bladers and supervise work being performed at the customer site (levels II III)

• High School Diploma or GED (all levels)
• Machining vocational school training or experience in portable field machining equipment (all levels)
• Experience running large lathes and Bridgeport mills (all levels)
• CNC experience and programming skills (all levels)
• Knowledge of arithmetic basic geometry and their applications (all levels)
• Must possess a valid drivers license (all levels)
• Good oral and written communications (all levels)
• Ability to lift 20 50 pounds (all levels)
• Willing to travel a minimum of 50% of the time (levels II III)
• Able to work weekends holidays and off hours (levels II III

Benefits

• Health coverage: Medical Dental Vision (with employer contribution)
• Savings options: HSA/FSA programs available
• Protection: Company-paid life insurance disability coverage
• Time off: Paid time off paid holidays
• Retirement: 401(k) program with company match opportunity
• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) ID theft protection
• Wellness & safety perks: On-site ART (Active Release Techniques) sessions; annual PPE reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and steel-toed boots
• Pay add-ons (as applicable): Overtime opportunity shift/lead differential travel pay
• Advancement: Growth paths and internal advancement opportunities for eligible employees based on performance and business need
• Recognition: Seasonal company sponsored events for employees to recognize their contributions to the success of MD&A
• Industry stability: Essential power generation work with long-term demand

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