What are the responsibilities and job description for the Gearbox Technician - LA position at Horsburgh & Scott Company?
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.