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Gibbs Die Casting Corporation Maintenance Technician--3rd Shift in Henderson, Kentucky
HEAVY MACHINERY TECHNICIAN - DIE CASTING PRESSES—3rd SHIFT Help keep our high-pressure die casting presses running at peak performance. We’re looking for an experienced Heavy Machinery Mechanic with the skills to repair and rebuild vertical and horizontal high-pressure die casting presses ranging from 850T to 2,000T. If you have a knack for heavy machinery repair, hydraulics, and mechanical troubleshooting, you’ll fit right in.What You’ll Do • Repair, rebuild, and maintain vertical and horizontal high-pressure die casting presses (850T-2,000T), and related equipment. • Diagnose hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical issues using schematics and blueprints. • Perform welding, fabrication, and precision fitting of components. • Operate cranes, forklifts, and lifting equipment to handle large press components. • Conduct inspections to prevent breakdowns and keep production on schedule. • Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams for efficient press operation.What We’re Looking For • High school diploma or GED • Experience: 6+ months in industrial maintenance, heavy machinery repair, or similar role (die casting equipment experience preferred). • Skills: Able to read and interpret mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical diagrams. • Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver’s license; Industrial Maintenance Certification (or willingness to obtain). • Work Style: Hands-on, safety-minded, and comfortable working with large-scale machinery in a manufacturing environment.Why Join Us • Competitive pay ($25-$31, based on experience) + overtime opportunities. • Company-paid certifications and ongoing training. • Stable, long-term career with a respected manufacturing company. • Safe, well-equipped shop with modern tools and lifting equipment.Apply today and put your skills to work in a role where your expertise makes a difference every day.Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.