Gearbox Assembly & Precision Repair Technician

Amarillo Gear Company; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo Gear Company LLC in Covington, LA, is hiring an assembler to assemble gearboxes and components for refurbishment and new builds. You will read blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and operate overhead crane and forklift as needed.

The role requires 3-5 years of mechanical assembly experience, strong attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Overtime may be required to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3–5 years of mechanical assembly experience, gearbox preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints/diagrams and BOMs.
• Able to lift 25 pounds and stand/bend for 8 hours.
• Good written and oral communication.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble gearboxes and components per specifications.
• Utilize hand held precision measuring tools to verify parts.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure standards are met.
• Identify defects and document issues.
• Rework and/or repair assembled equipment per engineering specs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area per 5S principles.

Skills

Crane operation

Forklift

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Quality inspections

Hand tools

Safety procedures

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Micrometers

Depth micrometers

Precision measuring tools

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Amarillo Gear Company LLC in Covington, LA, is hiring an assembler to assemble gearboxes and components for refurbishment and new builds. You will read blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and operate overhead crane and forklift as needed.

The role requires 3-5 years of mechanical assembly experience, strong attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to safety and quality standards. Overtime may be required to meet deadlines.