Maintenance Technician-3rd Shift

Gibbs Die Casting Corp.; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Overtime opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Gibbs Die Casting Corp. in Henderson, KY is seeking a Heavy Machinery Mechanic/Technician for 3rd shift to keep our high-pressure die casting presses running at peak performance.

Your role includes repairing and rebuilding 850T–2,000T presses and trim presses, with a focus on heavy machinery repair, hydraulics, and PLC troubleshooting. You will read schematics, weld and fabricate components, and operate cranes and forklifts to move large press parts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school or willing to complete.
• 6+ months in industrial maintenance, heavy machinery repair, or similar role (die casting equipment experience preferred).
• Able to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical diagrams.
• Industrial Maintenance Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Hands-on, safety-minded, and comfortable working with large-scale machinery in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair, rebuild, and maintain vertical and horizontal high-pressure die casting presses (850T–2,000T), and related equipment.
• Diagnose hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical issues using schematics and blueprints.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and precision fitting of components.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and lifting equipment to handle large press components.
• Conduct inspections to prevent breakdowns and keep production on schedule.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams for efficient press operation.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Heavy machinery repair

Hydraulics

Electrical diagrams

PLC troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

Industrial Maintenance Certification

Tools

Welding equipment

Blueprints/schematics reading

Hydraulic systems tools

Industrial controls (PLCs)

Job description

HEAVY MACHINERY MECHANIC/TECHNICIAN—3rd SHIFT

Help keep our high-pressure die casting presses running at peak performance. We’re looking for an experienced Mechanics/Technicians with the skills to repair and rebuild vertical and horizontal high-pressure die casting presses ranging from 850T to 2,000T, and trim presses. If you have a knack for heavy machinery repair, hydraulics, mechanical, electrical, and PLC troubleshooting, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Do

• Repair, rebuild, and maintain vertical and horizontal high-pressure die casting presses (850T–2,000T), and related equipment.
• Diagnose hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical issues using schematics and blueprints.
• Perform welding, fabrication, and precision fitting of components.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and lifting equipment to handle large press components.
• Conduct inspections to prevent breakdowns and keep production on schedule.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams for efficient press operation.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED; Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school or willing to complete.
• 6+ months in industrial maintenance, heavy machinery repair, or similar role (die casting equipment experience preferred).
• Able to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical diagrams.
• Industrial Maintenance Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Hands-on, safety-minded, and comfortable working with large-scale machinery in a manufacturing environment.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, long-term opportunity in a skilled trade.
• Opportunity to grow your skills and certifications.
• Team-focused environment that values quality and craftsmanship.
• Competitive pay + shift differential.
• Overtime opportunities.

• Safe, well-equipped shop with modern tools and lifting equipment.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Hands-on role in a hot manufacturing environment requiring standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and working with tools and machinery.
• Safety is a top priority, and proper PPE is always required.

Additional Information

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available).