Gas Turbine Technician

The Mid-Level Gas Turbine Technician performs skilled mechanical maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of gas turbines and their auxiliary systems. The role supports both routine and outage-based turbine work including disassembly, inspection, alignment, and reassembly of critical components, ensuring operational readiness and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform hands-on maintenance on gas turbines, including combustion inspection (CI), hot gas path inspection (HGPI), and major overhaul (MOH) support.

• Disassemble and reassemble turbine components such as combustion liners, fuel nozzles, bearings, rotors, seals, and turbine blades.

• Carry out precise measurements like clearance checks, axial/radial runouts, and shaft alignment using micrometers, dial indicators, and laser tools.

• Interpret and follow OEM technical manuals, maintenance procedures, and job plans.

• Assist in borescope inspections, oil system flushing, and auxiliary system servicing.

• Identify mechanical faults, perform minor repairs, and escalate major findings to supervisors or engineers.

• Support lifting and rigging operations and ensure proper handling of turbine components.

• Adhere to safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space entry, and permit-to-work systems.

• Maintain detailed maintenance records and inspection logs in coordination with QA/QC.

• Work closely with OEM field service engineers and internal teams during outages and troubleshooting.

Key Focus Areas:

🔧 Turbine Maintenance Execution

• Perform detailed mechanical maintenance on gas turbines with minimal supervision.

• Ensure accurate reassembly and torqueing of high-precision turbine parts.

🧪 Measurement & Inspection

• Conduct dimensional checks and assist in condition assessments of parts using technical tools and gauges.

• Participate in borescope and stage inspections as required.

🛡️ Safety & Procedure Compliance

• Follow all applicable HSE policies and procedures, especially in high-risk turbine maintenance areas.

• Support team safety by reporting hazards and participating in safety talks.

🧰 Technical Proficiency

• Utilize mechanical drawings, P&IDs, and OEM manuals to guide maintenance tasks.

• Support troubleshooting efforts to identify root causes of turbine faults.

📋 Documentation & Reporting

• Record work activities, findings, and measurements in structured logs or CMMS (e.g., SAP, Maximo).

• Communicate technical findings clearly to supervisors and QA/QC personnel.

Qualifications:

• Education: ITI / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent technical field)

• Experience: 3–6 years in gas turbine or rotating equipment maintenance

• Preferred Industry Background: Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Industrial Energy Plants

Skills & Competencies:

• Sound understanding of gas turbine operation and key components (rotor, combustion, bearings)

• Hands-on experience with mechanical disassembly, measurements, and reassembly techniques

• Knowledge of OEM procedures (GE, Siemens, MHPS, Solar Turbines, etc.)

• Ability to read and follow mechanical drawings, job cards, and maintenance checklists

• Team player with problem-solving ability and strong safety awareness

• Familiarity with common CMMS systems for job logging and task updates

Working Conditions:

• Site-based role; long hours during shutdowns and outages

• Work in confined spaces, elevated platforms, and high-noise environments

• PPE use mandatory; physically demanding with exposure to heat and rotating machinery