Overhaul Technician

Solar Turbines•Mabank, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Be part of a growing and exciting part of the gas compressor business! The gas compressor overhaul and restage team services Solar’s centrifugal line of compressors. Looking for skills to assemble, disassemble, rework, and repair varying Solar Turbine gas compressor models and subassemblies in support of customer needs and the needs of the department. What we offer: 1. Competitive Compensation Packages 2. Temperature controlled Work environment 3. Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1 4. Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 5. 401(k) Savings Plan including company match 6. Health savings account (HSA) 7. Company Provided Uniforms 8. Short and long-term disability coverage 9. Parental leave 10. Overtime Available 11. Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts 12. Career Development 13. Tools Provided 14. Excellent Work Culture What you will do: Utilizing special tooling to disassemble & reassemble multiple gas compressor models. Operating hand, pneumatic, and battery powered tools. Measuring critical dimensions using micrometers, calipers, depth mics, etc… Cleaning components in wash bay & blast cabinet. Using BOM, assembly planning, engineered drawings. Operating overhead cranes & fork-lifts to move heavy equipment. 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. What the ideal candidate will have: 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. Summary Pay Range: $51,674.00 - $77,510.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits. Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.) 401(k) savings plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Health Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Career Development Incentive bonus Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Adoption benefits Tuition Reimbursement These benefits also apply to part-time employees This position requires working onsite five days a week. Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers. Posting Dates: February 2, 2026 - February 15, 2026 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community. Powering the future through innovative, sustainable energy solutions. 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 39 megawatts. More than 16,000 Solar units are operating in more than 100 countries with more than 3 billion operating hours. 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 customers put the company’s products to work in many areas, including production, processing and pipeline transmission of natural gas and crude oil, and generation of electricity and thermal energy for processing applications, such as manufacturing chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food products. Solar’s foundation is people and Solar’s culture is one where individual contributions are valued, diversity in the workplace is encouraged, and safety is emphasized in all aspects of the 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.

Requirements

Must be dependable and willing to work overtime and weekends.
Comfortable with working in a dynamic & frequently shifting environment.

Nice To Haves

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.

Responsibilities

Utilizing special tooling to disassemble & reassemble multiple gas compressor models.
Operating hand, pneumatic, and battery powered tools.
Measuring critical dimensions using micrometers, calipers, depth mics, etc…
Cleaning components in wash bay & blast cabinet.
Using BOM, assembly planning, engineered drawings.
Operating overhead cranes & fork-lifts to move heavy equipment.
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.