Mining Gearbox Mechanic

ZF; Illinois; On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401k Plan

Health Care Benefits

Paid Holidays

Collaborative team environment

Diverse culture

Community outreach activities

Job summary

ZF in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a Mining Gearbox Mechanic to diagnose and troubleshoot gearboxes, inspect and reassemble, and test products for proper functionality. You will communicate with customer service for product analysis and support, manage inventory, and assist with painting and staging work in a safety-conscious environment.

Applicants must have a high school diploma, 3+ years of experience with industrial transmissions, and the ability to read manuals and hydraulic schematics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Read and interpret manuals, blueprints and hydraulic schematics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose/troubleshoot gearboxes and inspect and report failure analysis of product and parts.
• Inspect and reassemble gearboxes including implementing product updates.
• Test product to ensure functionality.
• Communicate with customer service for product analysis and customer support.
• Receive inventory, prep, paint and skid units.
• Stage and organize WIP for paint and input paint specs to safety team.
• Maintain respirator certifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Read/write English

Verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Technical manuals/blueprints

Job description

Mining Gearbox Mechanic

Country/Region: US

Location: Vernon Hills, IL, US, 60061

Req ID 89886 | Vernon Hills, United States ZF Services, LLC

What you can look forward to as a Mining Gearbox Mechanic

• Diagnose/Troubleshoot gearboxes and inspect and report failure analysis of product and parts
• Inspect and reassemble gearboxes including implementing product updates
• Test product to ensure functionality
• Communicate with customer service for product analysis and customer support
• Receive inventory
• Prep, paint and skid units
• Stage and organize WIP for paint. Keep up on all safety checklists and input paint specs to safety team.
• Maintain respirator certifications.
• Performs related tasks as assigned.

Your profile as a Mining Gearbox Mechanic

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ Years disassembling, assembling, inspecting industrial heavy equipment transmissions and gear boxes.
• Read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints and hydraulic schematics.
• Read, interpret and implement product specific updates and changes from OEM documents.
• Must be able to safely handle and measure industrial coatings while monitoring PSI regulators during operation.
• Must be able to qualify for a Powered Industrial Truck certification
• Must be able to qualify for industrial respirator certification.
• Must be able to read and write English.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Valid Driver's License

Why you should choose ZF in Vernon Hills, IL

The expected base compensation for this role is $25.00- $28.00 Hourly. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

What We Offer:

• Paid time off
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• A supportive collaborative team environment
• A strong diverse culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.

Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case‑b
ased on an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

What does DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) mean for ZF as a company?

At ZF, we continuously strive to build and maintain a culture where inclusiveness is lived and diversity is valued. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that all our employees can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this vision in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape the future of mobility.

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