Gearbox Assembler / Field Service Support Technician

Gearbox Assembler / Field Service Support Technician

Flender is a leading global supplier for mechanical drive systems and has the reputation for highest performance, innovation, quality, and reliability of mechanical components for 125 years.

We're now hiring talented Gearbox Assembler & Field Service Support Technicians to join our production team in Elgin, IL on a full-time basis. If you're eager for your next challenge, Flender is a great place to grow your career.

Job Summary : The Gearbox Assembler Field Service Support is a hybrid role, combining both workshop and field service responsibilities. In the workshop, the assembler disassembles and assembles power transmission systems, including wind turbine gearboxes, helical gear units, and other machinery, following blueprints and assembly protocols. They inspect components, identify failures, and recommend replacements. This role will primarily report to the Assembly Manager. On field service calls, the assembler travels together with an experienced technician to wind turbine sites to inspect, repair, install, and start-up gear units. This position requires physical capability for climbing nacelles and using various tools and equipment. The role involves both independent and team collaboration, ensuring quality and accuracy in all tasks. Additional duties may be assigned by the Field Service supervisor.

Job Responsibilities :

• Disassembly and Assembly : Disassemble and assemble various power transmission systems, including wind turbine gearboxes, helical gear units, and other machinery, using blueprints and assembly protocols.
• Inspection and Reporting : Inspect disassembled parts, identify failed components, and report issues. Advise on necessary replacements and corrective actions. Inspections and reporting via Videoscope.
• Field Service : Travel to customer wind turbine sites to inspect, repair, install, and start-up gear units and other transmission parts as requested by the service manager.
• Maintenance of Quality : Ensure accuracy and quality during both disassembly and reassembly, maintaining high standards for the final product.
• Collaboration and Independence : Work independently or as part of a team, overseeing tasks to ensure completion in accordance with procedures and safety standards.
• Tool and Equipment Usage : Use various tools and equipment, including parts washers, freezers, ovens, cranes, forklifts, presses, torches, hand tools, and power tools.
• Work Environment : Maintain a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety guidelines and operational protocols.
• Climbing and Physical Demands : Must be physically capable of climbing wind turbine nacelles for field service duties, which can range from 80 to 120 meters, and working in high or challenging environments. Additionally, must be able to lift, push, and carry materials and tools weighing up to 55 lbs.
• Additional Duties : Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or service manager.

Required Knowledge / Skills, Education, and Experience :

Knowledge / Skills :

Education : High School Diploma or Equivalent : Required. Technical Certification or Associate's Degree : Preferred (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related fields).

Experience :

Physical and Travel Requirements :

Preferred Knowledge / Skills, Education, and Experience :

Your contact person(s) for this job posting is / are :

AnnMarie Day

Flender is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.