Service Fitter
ksb pumps valves
📍 cape town south africa🕐 1mo ago🔗 workday
Job Description
**Pump Strip, Inspection & Assembly**
* Select and transport pumps to the workstation in line with job card routing and schedules using appropriate lifting equipment (crane/forklift)
* Strip pumps down to individual components using correct procedures and tools
* Interpret engineering drawings, GA drawings, and specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, and assembly requirements
* Inspect all components for wear, damage, and compliance with OEM standards
* Verify all stripped components against the Bill of Materials (BOM)
* Compile detailed condition reports indicating wear status, repair requirements, and replacement needs
* Clean, preserve, and correctly store all components for reassembly or dispatch
* Liaise with Stores/Purchasing to ensure correct parts are ordered or issued
* Confirm completeness of parts kits prior to assembly against BOM
* Reassemble pumps in accordance with OEM standards, work instructions, and best practices
* Ensure correct tolerances, fits, and clearances during assembly
* Perform accurate alignment of all rotating components during assembly
* Maintain detailed build records (“build book”) including all measurements, clearances, and replaced components
* Conduct pressure and performance testing in accordance with test procedures and document all results
* Ensure all replaced/damaged components are quarantined and handled as per client requirements
* Obtain client sign-off on completed rebuild documentation where required
**Machining & Conventional Lathe Operation**
* Interpret technical drawings to determine machining processes, tolerances, and material requirements
* Perform precision machining of pump components (shafts, sleeves, impellers, etc.)
* Set up and operate conventional lathes and associated tooling
* Conduct pre- and post-machining operations for weld repairs
* Machine components to fine tolerances using cutting, grinding, boring, and drilling techniques
* Trim impellers and balance components where required
* Measure and verify dimensions using micrometers, verniers, depth gauges, telescopic gauges, and dial indicators (DTIs)
* Inspect machined and fabricated components for accuracy, fit, and compliance with specifications
**Fitting, Alignment & Maintenance**
* Perform precision fitting of bearings including white metal, sleeve, roller, ball, and tilting pad types
* Assemble and install mechanical components ensuring correct fits and tolerances
* Conduct pump and motor alignment using dial indicators or laser alignment tools
* Perform fault finding, diagnostics, and troubleshooting on pumps and rotating equipment
* Ensure proper installation of seals, gaskets, and auxiliary components
**Welding & Fabrication**
* Perform welding using MIG, TIG, CO₂, and oxy-acetylene processes as required
* Carry out repair welding on ferrous components, including castings
* Prepare components for welding and ensure correct post-weld machining and finishing
**Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement**
* Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with quality standards, procedures, and specifications
* Adhere to all health and safety requirements and safe working practices
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop environment
* Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to increased efficiency and reliability
* Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and submitted on time
**General**
* Comply with and enforce all KSB policies and procedures
* Assist fellow employees with daily calibration functions as and when required.
* Carry out all other reasonable tasks that may be delegated from time to time
**EDUCATION:** Fitter and Turner (Red seal trade tested)
Millwright qualifiation will be advantage
**EXPERIENCE**: 5 Years Experience
**REQUIREMENTS:** Strong ability to read and interpret engineering, GA, and technical drawings
Solid understanding of pump assembly, strip-down, and maintenance processes