Mechanical Technician - Gearboxes and Winches

Ponchatoula, LA | Onsite | Approximately 20% Travel

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
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Prefer a confidential conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Mechanical Technician - Gearboxes and Winches for an onsite opportunity in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. This position requires hands-on mechanical experience with the assembly, maintenance and repair of gearboxes, along with the ability to support troubleshooting and standard mechanical repairs in the workshop and at customer sites.

COMPENSATION

• $61,000-$110,000
• Limited relocation assistance
• Visa Sponsorship: No

GEARBOX & MECHANICAL WORK

• Perform hands-on assembly, maintenance and repair of gearboxes
• Support troubleshooting activities and standard mechanical repairs
• Perform mechanical work both in-house and at customer sites
• Apply technical understanding of mechanical systems in an industrial environment
• Review technical documentation, work instructions and repair specifications
• Support inspections, process controls and final quality checks

WORKSHOP & SERVICE OPERATIONS

• Support efficient execution of repair, assembly and service activities
• Assist with planning, scheduling and monitoring customer orders, repair jobs and service projects
• Support workshop resources, equipment, tools and operational requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation of workshop activities, repairs and inspections
• Support timely and cost-effective execution of customer projects

QUALITY & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Support quality standards through inspections and process controls
• Help ensure completed work meets applicable repair specifications
• Participate in continuous-improvement efforts focused on productivity, quality, safety and process optimization
• Follow company policies, safety regulations and applicable industry standards

CUSTOMER & TEAM SUPPORT

• Support customer communication regarding repair status, technical requirements, delivery schedules and service expectations
• Professionally interact with customers at their locations
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, purchasing and operations teams
• Provide leadership, training and guidance to workshop personnel as applicable
• Maintain a customer-oriented and collaborative approach

TRAVEL

• Approximately 20% travel
• Travel may include international assignments
• Valid driver's license required

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in the assembly, maintenance and repair of gearboxes REQUIRED
• General technical understanding of mechanical systems REQUIRED
• Ability to support troubleshooting activities and perform standard mechanical repair tasks in-house and at customer sites REQUIRED
• Valid driver's license REQUIRED
• Willingness and ability to travel, including international assignments, approximately 20% REQUIRED
• Ability to work onsite in Ponchatoula, LA REQUIRED
• Structured and independent working style with a high level of responsibility and reliability REQUIRED
• Strong communication skills and customer-oriented mindset REQUIRED
• Ability to professionally interact with clients onsite and represent the company REQUIRED
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office REQUIRED
• Willingness to participate in ongoing technical training and continuously develop skills REQUIRED

PREFERRED

• Mechanical systems experience within an industrial environment
• Experience in customer service or technical field service
• Experience with ERP systems, including Sage

Not ready to formally apply? That's completely fine. Many experienced mechanical technicians prefer a confidential conversation first. Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.