Babbitt Technician

(Houston, TX): Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking a Bearing Technician to join an operations team supporting industrial bearing repair and welding activities at a Houston-area facility. This role is responsible for performing advanced welding and babbitting processes on bearing components while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and customer specifications. Essential Duties Perform babbitting (lining and relining) of bearings using tin- and lead-based babbitt alloys Prepare bearing shells through cleaning, tinning, and application of bonding agents Pour, centrifugally cast, or static cast babbitt material into prepared shells Machine, bore, and finish babbitted surfaces to precise tolerances using lathes, mills, and other precision equipment Inspect bearings for wear, cracks, bonding issues, and other defects Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work orders Use precision measuring instruments (micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, etc.) to verify specifications Perform visual inspection of welds and apply grinding or upgrade techniques as required Set up positioners, thermal blankets, induction heaters, and related equipment prior to work Track usage of consumables including burrs, torch tips, temperature sticks, and related materials Perform preventive maintenance on shop equipment and maintain an organized work area Assist in troubleshooting, repair, and rebuild of large industrial bearings Maintain accurate records of work performed, including material usage and inspection documentation Follow all safety and environmental procedures when working with molten metals, torches, and machinery Notify Quality and Production leadership of non-conformities and assist with resolution Support additional projects and responsibilities as assigned Requirements / Skills Minimum of 5 years of welding experience, preferably in industrial bearing repair Strong knowledge of babbitting, bearing repair, or precision metalwork Expert-level experience with manual GTAW welding; automatic welding experience is a plus Proficiency with precision measuring equipment such as micrometers and calipers Ability to inspect and record measurements to customer, OEM, and industry standards Strong safety-first mindset with commitment to safety excellence Excellent organizational, communication, and documentation skills Basic computer and math proficiency Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as required Ability to operate pallet jacks, small lifts, and other lifting equipment High School Diploma or GED required; post‑secondary welding education preferred Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English Authorized to work in the United States Ability to pass pre‑employment drug/alcohol testing, physical, and background check Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. with assistance Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, kneel, reach, crawl, and balance for extended periods Ability to work in a shop environment for a minimum of 8 hours per day Ability to use hands for assembly and tool operation Ability to work around propane/acetylene torches and molten metals No allergies or medical restrictions related to handling aluminum, copper, bronze, or steel Exposure to moderate noise levels and moving mechanical equipment in a shop environment Equal 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr