Industrial Gearbox Technician: Build, Align & Test

Horsburgh & Scott Company; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial equipment firm in Slidell is seeking a Gearbox Technician to perform assembly and disassembly of gearboxes. Responsibilities include accurately measuring components, performing light welding, and operating equipment like forklifts and cranes. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, strong mechanical aptitude, and good communication skills. Experience with industrial gear drive assembly is preferred.

Qualifications

• Capable of repairing large industrial equipment such as gearboxes, motors, and pumps.
• Able to operate a forklift and use an overhead crane.
• Experience with industrial gear drive assembly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble new and repaired gearboxes.
• Accurately measure gears and shafts with calibrated tools.
• Perform light welding and operate forklift and crane.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Good communication skills

Ability to read blueprints

Basic math skills

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Tools

Calibrated measuring tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

A leading industrial equipment firm in Slidell is seeking a Gearbox Technician to perform assembly and disassembly of gearboxes. Responsibilities include accurately measuring components, performing light welding, and operating equipment like forklifts and cranes. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, strong mechanical aptitude, and good communication skills. Experience with industrial gear drive assembly is preferred.