Gearbox Technician

Motion Canada, a leading distributor of industrial MRO (maintenance, repair and operation replacement) parts, and the largest Bearing and Power Transmission Company in NA is an industry leader with approximately $500 million in sales and with over 50 branches across Canada. With a national platform, a track record of success, an entrepreneurial executive team, and the backing of a multi-billion dollar parent company (Motion Industries) Motion Canada is positioned for strong growth across Canada. The company is a provider of more than 4.8 million parts and services.

**Main Responsibilities**
- Build/assemble new gear reducers
- Reconfigure existing gearboxes (swap gear assembly to change ratio, install or replace c-force motor adapters, shovel bases, top mounts, etc.)
- Install motors on gearboxes (some configurations require shaft alignment)
- Bore and key shaft coupling hubs, sprockets and other shaft accessories
- Inspect and reassemble used gear reducers
- Repair gear reducers (replace gears as needed, replace bearings, seals, shims and gasket, etc.)
- Basic electric motor modifications (add c-face flange, rotate terminal box, etc.)
- Other duties as needed

**Required Experience**
- Minimum 1-3 years experience in gear box repair/rebuilds (experience in transmissions will also be considered)
- Basic manual machining skills are an asset
- Trade certification (i.e. Millwright, Industrial or Automotive Mechanic) considered an asset or equivalent experience
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
- Detail oriented with ability to work independently
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- A complete basic set of tools required

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.