ITT is a leading manufacturer of critical components for harsh environments that serves fast-growing end markets in flow, aerospace and defense, energy and transportation. Building on our heritage of innovation, we partner with our customers to deliver solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life.
Headquartered in Stamford, CT, we have more than 11,700 employees globally with operations in ~40 countries and sales in more than 125. At our core is our engineering DNA, with 1,280+ engineers, 1,700+ active global patents and ~51 manufacturing locations.

 

Our businesses are organized in three distinct segments, each based around our core engineering DNA: 

 

Industrial Process: A global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps and engineered valves for chemical, energy, mining, and industrial applications. Our leading brands include the iconic Goulds Pumps (with more than 175 years of history), Bornemann, Habonim, Engineered Valves, Rheinhütte Pumpen and Svanehøj. 

 

Motion Technologies: A global leader in brake pads (ICE and electrified brake pads) and shock absorbers (energy absorption solutions) for transportation applications. Our leading brands include Friction Technologies, KONI and Axtone.

 

Connect and Control Technologies: A leader in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets, including harsh environment connectors and control components. Our leading brands include ITT Cannon, Enidine, Aerospace Controls and kSARIA. 

 

We are seeking a Pump Mechanic/Inspector to support our aftermarket repair and upgrade business in our Houston PRO Services shop located in Stafford, TX. Building on centuries of pump design experience, PRO Services provides an array of services focuses on reducing equipment total cost of ownership and increasing plant output, including condition monitoring, predictive maintenance contracts, field service, engineered upgrades, inventory management, and overhauls for pumps and other rotating equipment.

May include:

• Perform complete disassembly and reassembly of centrifugal pumps, including multistage and high-energy units.
• Conduct detailed dimensional inspections of critical components (shafts, impellers, sleeves, bearings, wear rings, casings) using precision measuring instruments.
• Evaluate component condition and determine repair vs. replace decisions based on OEM specifications, tolerances, and operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues independently and recommend effective repair solutions.
• Develop detailed work scopes based on inspection findings, OEM specifications, and failure analysis, including material and repair recommendations.
• Provide work scope and material requirements aligned with customer specifications and internal quality standards.
• Measure, calculate, and set critical running clearances and tolerances (axial and radial) in accordance with OEM standards.
• Perform precision assembly techniques, including proper torquing, interference fits, and use of heating/cooling methods where required.
• Review and verify all running clearances prior to final assembly to ensure proper equipment performance.
• Conduct final inspection of all machined parts (repaired or newly manufactured) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specifications.
• Perform final inspection of assembled equipment, record inspection data, and coordinate completion of documentation prior to shipment.
• Safely perform and lead air and hydrostatic testing of equipment; interpret results and troubleshoot any issues identified during testing.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all inspection sheets, drawings, and related documentation.
• Report defects in materials, rework, missed inspections, job delays, and problem areas to applicable internal and external customers.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to lower-level mechanics in disassembly, inspection, troubleshooting, and assembly practices.
• Perform additional duties and support projects as required to meet business needs.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse client group.
• Ability to troubleshoot in-depth issues with rotating equipment.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret pump drawings.
• Ability to anticipate and solve practical problems and resolve issues.
• Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Ability to effectively communicate ideas and properly describe problems and solutions.
• Ability to work overtime hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed by customer demands and/or business needs.
• Customer service mindset to ensure on-time delivery and quality workmanship.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Well-developed planning, organization, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Ability to produce clear, timely, and concise documentation and have well-developed problem-solving skills.
• Ability to apply good judgment, strong work ethic, and integrity on the job.
• Proficient in relevant PC skills.
• Strong drive to make things happen and a strong “can do” attitude.
• Knowledge of service environment activities including DCI, machining, assembly, test, and field service for rotating equipment.
• Understand different materials and their properties.
• Ability to work efficiently within the fixed time window for each manufacturing process.
• Willingness to work on teams and engage in on going Continuous Improvements within facility.

Experience:

• 10+ experience troubleshooting and repairing rotating equipment.
• Experience in reading blueprints including GT&T
• Experience operating lifting devices, including cranes and forklifts

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Vocational/ Technical Degree preferred 

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to  finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smell.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.  Must be able to wear personal protective equipment - as required by PPE Assessment. The noise level in the work environment is usually noisy as most of the activity occurs in a machine repair shop environment.

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

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We aim to pay our ‘ITT’ers’ fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what’ they accomplish, but also on ‘how’ they reflect ITT’s values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations.

Between $30.91 and $46.20