Gear Shop Mechanic

About the role

The Gear Shop Mechanic is responsible for the assembly, repair, inspection, testing, and refurbishment of industrial power transmission equipment, including gearboxes, speed reducers, electric motors, couplings, and related mechanical components. Working in a shop environment, this position ensures all equipment is rebuilt to manufacturer specifications and Applied Industrial Technologies' quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, inspect, clean, and evaluate industrial gearboxes, speed reducers, and rotating equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and determine required repairs.
• Replace bearings, seals, shafts, gears, bushings, couplings, and other components.
• Assemble equipment to manufacturer specifications.
• Verify proper tolerances, alignment, preload, and clearances during assembly.
• Identify worn or damaged components.
• Measure critical dimensions using precision measuring tools.
• Inspect housings, gears, shafts, and bearings for wear or damage.
• Recommend repair or replacement options.
• Document inspection findings accurately.
• Perform operational testing after repairs.
• Verify equipment operates smoothly and within specifications.
• Conduct final quality inspections before shipment.
• Ensure completed work meets Applied quality standards.
• Maintain complete repair documentation.
• Read and interpret work orders and repair instructions.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and parts used.
• Operate forklifts, overhead cranes, presses, hydraulic equipment, and shop tools safely.
• Package completed repairs for shipment.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas using 5S principles.
• Assist with inventory organization and material handling.

Requirements

• 2+ years of industrial mechanical repair, maintenance, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with gearboxes, speed reducers, electric motors, pumps, bearings, or rotating equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, parts breakdowns, and service manuals.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments.
• Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds and work safely in an industrial environment.

Skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Gearbox and speed reducer repair
• Bearing installation and removal
• Shaft and seal replacement
• Precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators)
• Mechanical drawings and parts manuals
• Hydraulic and mechanical presses
• Forklift and overhead crane operation
• Strong organizational skills
• Problem-solving ability
• Attention to detail
• Computer skills for documentation and Workday training

Performance Expectations

A Successful Gear Shop Mechanic consistently produces high-quality repairs with minimal rework, accurately diagnoses mechanical failures, completes repairs efficiently while maintaining quality, maintains a safe and organized work environment, follows all repair procedures and quality standards, demonstrates strong attention to detail, works effectively with teammates and shop leadership, and takes ownership of assigned work from inspection through final testing.

Core Competencies

The Ideal Gear Shop Mechanic demonstrates mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, quality focus, accountability, teamwork, safety awareness, problem-solving, initiative, organization, and continuous learning.

Career Progression

A successful Gear Shop Mechanic is preparing for advancement into a Senior Gear Shop Mechanic, Gear Shop Lead, or other technical leadership roles by demonstrating expert diagnostic and repair capabilities, consistent high-quality workmanship, leadership in mentoring newer mechanics, strong productivity and efficiency, ownership of complex repair projects, and commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.