Balancing Technician

FLANDERS is a world leader in renewing machines for heavy industry, specializing in the largest and most intricate applications. Our expertise encompasses distributing, servicing, repairing, designing, and manufacturing electric rotating machines. Additionally, we take pride in offering cutting-edge AI-powered condition-based monitoring, customized controls, seamless systems integration, and advanced automation solutions.

Our Longview, TX location is looking to add a Balancing Technician to the team. The Balancing Technician will balance basic/routine rotating equipment including all in house and on-site rotating equipment.

• Read paperwork to determine job status, work authorizations/limitations, estimate, description of problems, customer requirements, and/or expected serviceability.
  • Testing – Performs with supervision. Receiving training on the following testing areas.
• Test electromechanical equipment for pass or fail criteria. Consult with Balancing Technician II or III on troubleshooting issues.
• Use Data Collectors (FFT Spectral and Waveform data), Stroboscope, Soft-Ware, ICM Balancing Program, Feeler Gauges, Dial Indicator, and Analog Vibration Meters.
• Operate shop balance machines.
  • Correction of Rotating Components
• Lift, tighten, adjust, and/or secure heavy objects in order to perform work duties.
• Thoroughly inspect parts for wear and damage.
• Make balance corrections to rotating assemblies.
  • Test Run
• Ensure proper set up on test plate.
• Verify customer requirements.
• Be aware of any abnormalities in test run (heat/rubbing noise, etc.).
• Document all pertinent readings and paperwork.
• Maintain thorough paperwork throughout entire process including all company test sheets from receiving unit description to Quality Control Checklist.
• Complete required paperwork for each job accurately and on a timely basis.
• Report findings and recommendations to department leader.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems required. Two years of hands on mechanical and/or electrical experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability and desire to work toward a Vibration Institute certification, Category I
• Ability to perform basic math functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division including understanding fractions
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple to moderately complex written and verbal instructions
• Ability to exercise initiative, judgment, and decision making related to routine duties within set company standards
• Although seldom, ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to understand, perform, and retain various job-related training, operational, and safety procedures
• Ability to use computer to enter work data into software