Repair Tech - Industrial Pumps & Process Equipment
About The Position
We’re hiring an experienced Industrial Pump Mechanic to join our Detroit Pump service center in Warren, MI. This role focuses on the tear-down, inspection, rebuild, and testing of industrial pumps and rotating equipment within an OEM-authorized repair environment. This is a primarily shop-based role for a dependable mechanic who takes pride in quality workmanship and consistent execution. About Us Founded in 1978, with roots dating back to 1926, Tencarva is a distributor, engineering and design partner, and OEM-authorized repair network within the process equipment/flow control market. With 36 locations across 16 states, we provide end-to-end, whole-system solutions for over 18,000 active customers across many verticals, including industrial, municipal water/wastewater, power generation, oil/gas, mining/aggregates, and automotive. Our service offerings include system analysis and design, applications engineering, custom fabrication of equipment packages, automation and controls, equipment repair, and thermal hard coatings. tencarva.com The Role This is a rebuild-focused position - not a production maintenance role. You will disassemble, inspect, diagnose, rebuild, and test a variety of industrial pumps and rotating equipment to OEM standards. Equipment Includes: Centrifugal pumps (ANSI/API) Vertical turbine pumps Multistage and split-case pumps Positive displacement pumps Air-operated diaphragm pumps Gearboxes, blowers, valves, and other rotating equipment
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience repairing/rebuilding industrial pumps or rotating equipment
- Ability to independently complete full tear-down and rebuild
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and parts diagrams
- Proficiency with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators)
- Valid driver’s license
- We are looking for a professional, reliable mechanic who works well in a team environment and takes ownership of their work.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with centrifugal and vertical turbine pumps preferred
- Familiarity with laser alignment
- Basic manual machining exposure is helpful but not required
- Experience with gearboxes, blowers, or related equipment is a plus
Responsibilities
- Disassemble and inspect customer equipment
- Diagnose root cause of failure
- Prepare repair scopes and parts requirements
- Rebuild pumps and rotating equipment to OEM standards
- Replace bearings, seals, shafts, impellers, and wear components
- Perform laser alignment
- Assist with field troubleshooting, equipment removal, installation, and start-up when required
- Perform limited manual machining as needed to support rebuild work
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused shop environment
- Test rebuilt equipment to ensure performance and reliability
Benefits
- Profit Sharing (via 401k)
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, and10 paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
