Gear Repair Specialist

Baker Hughes; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive private medical care options

Life insurance and disability programs

Tailored financial programs

Job summary

A global energy technology company in Lufkin, Texas is hiring a Gear Repair Specialist to support precision repair, machining, and assembly tasks. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a production environment and a High School Diploma. Responsibilities include operating machinery, interpreting technical drawings, and ensuring safety standards. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth alongside a flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a production or industrial environment.
• Ability and willingness to lift, pull, or push 40+ pounds.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, squat, and push.

Responsibilities

• Understanding and using mechanical and digital measurement tools.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Operating equipment such as lathes, grinders, and gear-cutting machines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to multitask

Strong safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Lathes

Micrometers

Grinders

Forklifts

Job description

Partner with the Best

Baker Hughes stands as a leading global energy technology company, delivering innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient across the entire value chain. Operating in more than 120 countries, the company blends deep industrial expertise with advanced engineering and digital technologies to support energy production, transformation, and decarbonization. With over a century of heritage, Baker Hughes partners with customers in oil and gas, industrial sectors, and emerging energy markets to accelerate progress toward a more sustainable energy future.

Fuel Your Passion

As a Gear Repair Specialist, you will be supporting precision repair, machining, assembly, and maintenance activities to ensure high‑quality product delivery. You will be operating equipment, interpreting technical drawings, performing measurements, and maintaining safety standards while contributing to smooth production operations.

In this role, you will be:

• Understanding and using mechanical and digital measurement tools such as tape measures, micrometers, indicators, and calipers
• Reading and interpreting blueprints and engineering drawings
• Performing mathematical calculations commonly used in manufacturing
• Operating equipment such as lathes, grinders, boring mills, key seaters, and gear‑cutting machines
• Tearing down, diagnosing, assembling, testing, and repairing products
• Assembling and building crates for product shipment
• Loading products onto freight carrier vehicles
• Assisting in the assembly cell and pulling parts to maintain inventory
• Locating materials and expediting part shortages
• Using hand tools and operating material‑handling equipment such as forklifts, cranes, hoists, pallet handlers, and hand trucks
• Lifting heavy objects within applicable weight limits
• Following all safety and quality procedures during operations
• Performing any additional duties assigned by supervisors or managers

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a production or industrial environment
• Ability and willingness to lift, pull, or push 40+ pounds
• Ability and willingness to work any shift, including weekends
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, squat, and push
• Ability to work in a non‑climate‑controlled environment
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and manage various duties
• Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to read and interpret schedules, safety rules, operating instructions, and technical drawings
• Sound judgment and ability to make corrections when issues arise
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to safety practices
• Understanding of rotating machinery installations and alignment
• Mechanical aptitude

Work in a Way That Works for You

We recognize that everyone works differently. In this role, we offer flexible working patterns, including flexible hours, to help you work when you are most productive.

2nd shift (2:00 PM–10:00 PM)

3rd shift (10:00 PM–6:00 AM)

Working with Us

Our people are at the heart of what we do. We invest in well‑being, development, and leadership at all levels to help everyone bring their best selves to work.

Working for You

Join us and you can expect:

• Contemporary work‑life balance policies
• Comprehensive private medical care options
• Life insurance and disability programs
• Tailored financial programs
• Additional voluntary benefits

You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.

This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Gear Repair Specialist GM LUF IAM

About Us

We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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