Industrial Gearbox Repair Technician

Crawford Thomas Recruiting; Madisonville (KY); In loco; USD 28.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid personal days

2nd and 3rd shift opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Crawford Thomas Recruiting is seeking an Industrial Gearbox Repair Technician in Madisonville, KY to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild industrial gearboxes and power transmission equipment on site. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude and practical experience with gear systems, bearings, shafts, and assemblies.

You'll work with various gearboxes and speed reducers, perform precision repairs, measurements, and testing to meet OEM specifications and quality standards, with 2nd or

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of gear theory, mechanical power transmission, and lubrication principles.
• Ability to read OEM service manuals, assembly drawings, blueprints, and gear specifications.
• Experience using micrometers, dial indicators, feeler gauges, and calipers.
• Familiarity with torque wrenches, bearing pullers, hydraulic presses, and gearbox repair equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform precision mechanical work.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a maintenance or repair team.
• Ability to operate a forklift and overhead crane, or willingness to complete training.
• Availability to work 2nd or 3rd shift.

Mansioni

• Disassemble, inspect, troubleshoot, and rebuild industrial gearboxes, including helical, bevel, worm, planetary, and spur gear systems.
• Identify mechanical wear, damage, and failures involving gears, shafts, bearings, housings, and seals.
• Repair or replace damaged components, including gears, bearings, shafts, seals, and gaskets.
• Perform shaft repairs, keyway machining, bearing installation, and housing repairs as needed.
• Use precision measuring tools to inspect components and verify proper tolerances.
• Set bearing preload, gear mesh, backlash, and component alignment according to OEM specifications.
• Reassemble and test repaired gearboxes to ensure proper operation, performance, and reliability.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, OEM manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Maintain accurate repair documentation, parts records, and labor records.
• Follow established quality control procedures and workplace safety standards.

Conoscenze

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints/schematics

Attention to detail

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Feeler gauges

Calipers

Torque wrenches

Bearing pullers

Hydraulic presses

Descrizione del lavoro

Industrial Gearbox Repair Technician – Mechanical Maintenance

Location: Madisonville, KY | Onsite

Pay: Starting at $25.00/Hour, Based on Experience

Shifts Available: 2nd & 3rd Shift

Education: High School Diploma or GED Required

Experience: 2+ Years of Industrial Gearbox Repair or Power Transmission Maintenance Preferred

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) Match & PTO

Our client is seeking a skilled Industrial Gearbox Repair Technician to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild industrial gearboxes and power transmission equipment in Madisonville, KY.

This hands‑on opportunity is ideal for someone with strong mechanical aptitude, industrial maintenance experience, and an understanding of gears, bearings, shafts, and mechanical assemblies.

You’ll work with a variety of industrial gearboxes and speed reducers, performing precision repairs, mechanical adjustments, and performance testing to ensure equipment meets manufacturer specifications and quality standards.

What You’ll Do

• Disassemble, inspect, troubleshoot, and rebuild industrial gearboxes, including helical, bevel, worm, planetary, and spur gear systems.
• Identify mechanical wear, damage, and failures involving gears, shafts, bearings, housings, and seals.
• Repair or replace damaged components, including gears, bearings, shafts, seals, and gaskets.
• Perform shaft repairs, keyway machining, bearing installation, and housing repairs as needed.
• Use precision measuring tools to inspect components and verify proper tolerances.
• Set bearing preload, gear mesh, backlash, and component alignment according to OEM specifications.
• Reassemble and test repaired gearboxes to ensure proper operation, performance, and reliability.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, OEM manuals, and equipment specifications.
• Maintain accurate repair documentation, parts records, and labor records.
• Follow established quality control procedures and workplace safety standards.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of gear theory, mechanical power transmission, and lubrication principles.
• Ability to read OEM service manuals, assembly drawings, blueprints, and gear specifications.
• Experience using micrometers, dial indicators, feeler gauges, and calipers.
• Familiarity with torque wrenches, bearing pullers, hydraulic presses, and gearbox repair equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform precision mechanical work.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a maintenance or repair team.
• Ability to operate a forklift and overhead crane, or willingness to complete training.
• Availability to work 2nd or 3rd shift.

Preferred Experience

• 2+ years of industrial gearbox repair, rebuilding, or power transmission maintenance experience.
• Experience repairing industrial speed reducers, gear drives, and related mechanical equipment.
• Technical or vocational training in mechanical technology, industrial maintenance, or power transmission systems.
• Experience with bearing installation, shaft repair, gear alignment, and precision mechanical adjustments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting at $25.00 per hour, based on experience.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Paid holidays, vacation days, and personal days.
• 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities available.

WHY JOIN?

• Work directly with industrial gearboxes, speed reducers, and mechanical power transmission equipment.
• Apply your mechanical skills to challenging repair, rebuilding, and troubleshooting projects.
• Earn competitive hourly compensation based on your experience.
• Receive comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement matching, and paid time off.
• Build valuable technical experience in precision mechanical repair and industrial equipment maintenance.