Hydraulic/Electrical Specialist

About the role

Eagle Crusher is looking for a dedicated Hydraulic/Electrical Specialist to join a growing company with great benefits.

Responsibilities

• Install hydraulic components including hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, relief systems, hoses, and other associated parts.
• Build hose assemblies.
• Troubleshoot, fix, and document problems arising from hydraulic and electrical installations.
• Perform start-up of hydraulic systems, setting reliefs and flows using pressure gauges and flow meters.
• Install 12-volt wiring to PLCs, valves, and batteries.
• Install and connect 120-volt and 460-volt wiring on portable units.
• Install and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and components of industrial machinery following manuals, schematics, blueprints, and specifications using hand tools, power tools, and test equipment.
• Install power supply wiring on newly built machines such as conveyors, engines, 460v electric control panels, and electric motors up to 500HP.
• Connect power supply wires to motors and equipment following manuals, schematic diagrams, and blueprints.
• Diagnose malfunctioning items such as motors and panel box components using test equipment and replace damaged or broken wires.
• Ensure all work is done in accordance with current prints, specifications, and manufacturers’ component guidelines. Report any discrepancies to the Assembly Supervisor.
• Perform related duties as required to ensure company efficiency.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two or more years of hands-on experience with hydraulic and electrical systems in manufacturing, heavy equipment, or industrial maintenance.
• Ability to lift items up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to crawl under chassis to install hydraulic and electric components.
• Ability to safely climb ladders and perform work at elevated heights.
• Ability to properly use shop tools, electric, and pneumatic hand tools.
• Knowledge in the use of lifting equipment such as overhead cranes, jib hoists, jacks, and forklifts.
• Ability to read measuring devices including tape measures, dial indicators, and levels.
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, schematics, and instruction manuals.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, blueprints, work instructions, bills of materials, and engineering drawings.
• Working knowledge of 12V/24V DC electrical systems, control circuits, and basic diagnostic procedures.
• Ability to use diagnostic and testing equipment such as multimeters, pressure gauges, flow meters, hand tools, power tools, crimpers, torque tools, and hydraulic test equipment.
• Ability to identify and repair leaks, shorts, open circuits, damaged wiring, component failures, and incorrect installations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime as needed.

Benefits

• 401k available on date of hire.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available on the first of the month after hire.