Blower Service Technician

Blower Service Technician –
pdblowers, Inc.

Location: Gainesville, GA

Job Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Industries: Machinery Manufacturing

Salary: Based on related experience, $25-$31/hr

• Initial visual inspection of the unit on receipt.
• Dis‑assembly of the unit, possibly using a cutting torch or cut‑off tools.
• Inspection of blower components, measuring shaft and bearing diameters, rotor dimensions.
• Report submitted to sales to determine if a repair will be authorized.
• Once repair authorized, parts are prepped for bead blasting; some parts are cleaned or sent for further repair.
• Assembly of the unit to factory specification.
• Unit tested to confirm operation within acceptable standards.

• Experience rebuilding rotating equipment with tight tolerances, e.g., engines, pumps, transmissions, compressors.
• Proficient with micrometers, calipers, dial indicators.
• Comfortable using hand tools, impact wrenches, torque wrenches.
• Ability to use an acetylene torch for cutting and heating.
• Strong mechanical and analytical skills.
• Good writing skills for service reports.
• Good verbal communication skills for interoffice communication and customer interaction.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Organized and detail‑oriented.
• (Preferred) Knowledge of weld repair of cast iron.
• (Preferred) Knowledge of hard chrome plating.
• (Preferred) Experience using a lathe.

• Able to lift 70 lbs.
• Able to work on your feet 8‑10 hours a day.

• 5 years of mechanical experience (preferred).
• 3 years experience as a diesel mechanic (preferred).
• 3 years experience as an automotive technician (preferred).
• 3 years experience as an electromechanical technician (preferred).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Drug‑free workplace.
• Smoke‑free environment.

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• Training will be provided in Gainesville, GA with our Blower Service Technician, expected to last 3‑6 months, pending your individual skills and proficiency.