MAINTENANCE FITTER

VRINDA INTERNATIONAL; Kolkata; On-site; INR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Vrinda International in Kolkata seeks a dedicated Maintenance Fitter to ensure continuous operation of mechanical systems. You will perform scheduled and emergency repairs, aiming for peak efficiency and safety across the facility.

The role requires at least three years of hands-on experience in bearing, gearbox, pump, and compressor maintenance, plus alignment and basic fabrication skills to support component fabrication or repair.

Qualifications

• Three+ years of professional mechanical maintenance experience.
• Expertise in bearing maintenance and gearbox inspection/replacement.
• Strong ability to maintain pumps and compressors.
• Experience with conveyor system maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in shaft and coupling alignment with high precision.
• Capability to perform basic fabrication (welding, cutting, fitting).
• Solid understanding of mechanical maintenance principles and best practices.
• Experience with preventive and breakdown maintenance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on bearings and gearboxes to prevent mechanical failures.
• Service pumps and compressors to ensure optimal fluid dynamics and pressure levels.
• Inspect and repair conveyor systems to maintain smooth material handling operations.
• Execute shaft and coupling alignment procedures to reduce vibration and extend equipment lifespan.
• Apply basic fabrication techniques to fabricate or repair mechanical components.
• Oversee general mechanical upkeep to ensure systems function within parameters.
• Implement preventive maintenance schedules to identify and resolve potential problems.
• Respond to breakdowns promptly to restore operations and minimize downtime.

Job description

Maintenance Fitter

Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Fitter to join our IT Services team, where you will play a vital role in ensuring the operational continuity of our mechanical systems. This position is critical for maintaining equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and executing both scheduled and emergency repairs across our facility. The ideal candidate will bring three years of hands‑on experience to manage complex maintenance tasks, ensuring all machinery operates at peak efficiency and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on bearings and gearboxes to prevent mechanical failures.
• Conduct comprehensive servicing of pumps and compressors to ensure optimal fluid dynamics and pressure levels.
• Inspect and repair conveyor systems to maintain smooth material handling operations.
• Execute precise shaft and coupling alignment procedures to reduce vibration and extend equipment lifespan.
• Apply basic fabrication techniques to fabricate or repair necessary mechanical components and parts.
• Oversee general mechanical upkeep to ensure all systems function within specified parameters.
• Implement preventive maintenance schedules to proactively identify and resolve potential problems before they escal.
• Respond promptly to breakdown situations to restore operations and minimize production delays.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of professional experience in mechanical maintenance roles.
• Proven expertise in bearing and gearbox maintenance, including inspection and replacement.
• Strong proficiency in maintaining pumps and compressors.
• Skilled in conveyor system maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Competent in performing shaft and coupling alignment with high precision.
• Ability to perform basic fabrication tasks such as welding, cutting, and fitting.
• Solid understanding of mechanical maintenance principles and best practices.
• Experience in executing both preventive and breakdown maintenance strategies effectively.