Shop Technician - Houston, TX

Voith Group•Houston, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 20,700 employees, sales of € 4,8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe. Voith Turbo is hiring for: Shop Technician Houston, TX. This position is primarily shop-based, and hours will be Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. However, occasional field service work may be required. Candidates should be willing to travel to customer sites on as-need basis. Responsible for repairing customer owned equipment according to Voith specifications by disassembling and inspecting units that are returned for repair or overhaul. The technician reassembles with repaired or replaced parts to meet customer deadlines, with a commitment to safety, quality, and productivity standards. Communication and flexibility are key attributes of a successful candidate. We are willing and eager to train candidates with demonstrated mechanical experience from rotating equipment maintenance and similar roles.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Minimum 2 years of experience with Industrial gear and rotating equipment
Ability to proficiently read blueprints and use precision measuring equipment
Mechanical assembly skills.
Proficiency with hand, electrical and air operated shop tools
Knowledge of shop practices, machines and related equipment
Utilize strong organizational skills to handle multiple tasks effectively
Analyze problems and develop solutions independently or with teams
Basic computer skills
Prolonged periods standing and performing repetitive tasks.
Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at a time.
Must have manual dexterity to assemble products or machines as directed.
Must have excellent hand-eye coordination.
Ability to differentiate between colored wires, tabs, and electronic components.
Must wear gloves and ear protection.

Responsibilities

Assembly and repair of machinery, including gearboxes, fluid couplings, torque converters, pumps, and others
Read drawings and document precision measurements
Utilize crane/hoist, lift trucks, hand tools and power tools
Trouble shoot equipment reliability issues
Perform work assignments in a timely and accurate fashion
Understand and apply quality of workmanship required for each job
Participate in a culture of continuous improvement in both safety and processes
Other duties as assigned