Job Description
Job Description
Overview :
Houston, TX : Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a Shop Lead (2nd Shift) to oversee and perform a variety of mechanical operations and tasks on turbomachinery components and assemblies, ensuring compliance with specifications and quality requirements.
Essential Duties :
- Provide oversight and leadership to 2nd shift craft workers including Balance, Machining, Mechanic, and Welding.
- Deliver concise hand-over notes to 1st shift regarding status, issues, and opportunities.
- Disassemble, inspect, repair, and reassemble turbomachinery including compressors, gearboxes, pumps, turbines, and other rotating equipment.
- Manage shipments and deliveries; operate overhead cranes and large forklifts to offload oversized goods; maintain shipping paperwork.
- Inspect and record component measurements using precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges) per customer, OEM, and industry standards.
- Apply basic understanding of dynamic balancing equipment to build and balance rotating elements.
- Apply basic machining knowledge including tool setups and operations.
- Coordinate material movement between work areas and shipping / receiving.
- Identify non-conformities and work with Quality / Production leadership for resolution.
- Analyze workload and capacity, reprioritizing tasks as needed.
- Maintain a safe and clean work environment while enforcing safety policies.
- Lead and mentor team members, ensuring efficiency and adherence to quality standards.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements / Skills :
High School Diploma or GED required; post-secondary mechanical degree a plus.Minimum 15 years’ experience in the turbomachinery industry.Safety-first mindset with ability to enforce and model safe work practices.Proficiency with hydro and gas leak testing.Familiarity with OEM and non-OEM rotating equipment.Expert in precision measurement (micrometers, calipers, gauges).Strong organizational, leadership, and mentoring abilities.Effective oral and written communication skills.Basic computer and math skills.Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, small lifts, and torches.Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol test, physical, and background check.Physical Requirements :
Ability to stand and walk for significant portions of the shift.Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. independently and 50 lbs. with assistance.Ability to walk, climb, bend, kneel, crawl, reach above head, and balance.Ability to use hands for assembly, repair, and tool operation.Must not have allergies or issues related to handling metals (aluminum, copper, bronze, steel).Work Environment :
Exposure to moving mechanical parts in a machine-shop environment.Must be able to work in an environment with noise, heat, and industrial materials.What We Offer :
Competitive PayPaid Time OffMedical / Dental / Vision benefits401(k) retirement planEmployee Incentive ProgramsTool, Shoe, and Safety Glasses reimbursementUniform serviceEqual Opportunity Statement :
Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin / ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Company Description
Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) was founded in 2015 to meet the growing demand for technical and professional talent. We are a WBENC Certified executive and technical search firm providing custom-tailored staffing solutions and talent acquisition to the Gulf South Region and nationwide.
Company Description
Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) was founded in 2015 to meet the growing demand for technical and professional talent. We are a WBENC Certified executive and technical search firm providing custom-tailored staffing solutions and talent acquisition to the Gulf South Region and nationwide.