Gearbox Technician - CLE

Horsburgh & Scott; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Horsburgh & Scott in Cleveland, OH, USA is seeking a gearbox technician to perform assembly, disassembly, set-up, and testing of industrial gear boxes. The role requires reading blueprints, aligning tolerances, and ensuring equipment meets customer specifications.

The candidate should have strong mechanical aptitude, experience in machining or welding, and the ability to work with calibrated measuring tools. CDL is a plus and OSHA training is required.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on repair experience.
• Experience with machining and fabrication processes.
• Welding and assembly of mechanical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting of gear drives and assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble gearboxes and related components.
• Read assembly drawings and check tolerances.
• Assemble shafts, gears, bearings, and lubrication systems.
• Set up gearboxes to meet specifications and customer requirements.
• Perform light welding and operate related equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual machining

Welding

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Gearbox technician will perform assembly and disassembly, set-up, and testing of industrial gear boxes.

Job Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble new and repaired gearboxes.
• Disassemble geared products when necessary.
• Accurately measure gears, shafts, housing bores for proper clearances with calibrated measuring tools.
• Read assembly drawings.
• Assemble shafts, gears, bearings, and lubrication systems.
• Properly set-up gearboxes to ensure they meet specifications, tolerances, and other customer requirements.
• Perform light welding.
• Operate forklift and crane.
• Conduct safe rigging of materials.
• Check accuracy of work against blueprints and specifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude (i.e., automotive, diesel, heavy industrial equipment).
• Capable of repairing large industrial equipment such as gearboxes, motors, and pumps.
• Manual machining
• Welding.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• CDL is a plus,
• Able to pass OSHA training.
• Able to operate a forklift.
• Capable of using overhead crane.
• Experience with industrial gear drive assembly (preferred).
• Basic machining knowledge & use of inspection equipment (preferred).
• Basic math skill.
• Able to read blueprints and troubleshoot problems with critical & analytical thinking.
• Able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.