Hydraulics Technician - Cylinders / Pumps & Motors / Hammers

About the role

Join the Carolina Cat TeamAs a family-owned company under our fourth generation of leadership, we have built our business based on the principles of trust, integrity, and a desire to help our customers and employees succeed.Since 1926, we’ve supported our communities by supplying equipment for critical infrastructure and commerce and by donating our time and resources to area nonprofits. We make smart investments in our company and continuously improve as part of our vision to be a trailblazing company that’s built to last.

Responsibilities

• Promptly, at start of shift, review work schedule, check equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, and prepare for operations
• Disassemble and inspect components for reusability or repair options utilizing precision measuring tools, Caterpillar reusability and salvage guidelines, Caterpillar and OEM specifications
• Verify findings, measurements and procedures to develop a plan for repairs
• Order or obtain from stock the appropriate parts needed to make the repairs
• Perform the necessary steps to prepare the parts for reassembly utilizing tools for polishing, honing, buffing and cleaning
• Reassemble and test components and perform quality checks after work is complete
• Writing service reports within company systems
• Paint components and pressure wash components when necessary
• Perform general housekeeping duties as assigned
• At end of shift, secure all equipment and machinery, and complete all required paperwork
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must have earned a High School Diploma, or a GED
• Must have 5 years of work experience in hydraulics or a related field
• Must read, write, communicate in English as it relates to this job and safety regulations
• Must meet the ergonomic and physical requirements, as well as the physical base scores for this position
• Must be able to use, or learn to use, the equipment and tools used to perform this job
• Must be able to perform all job functions safely
• Must meet the company performance standards for the job
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Basic computer skills to utilize Caterpillar SIS 2.0 (Parts and technical information) and company-related systems

Education and/or Experience

• Earned a High School Diploma, or a GED
• 5 years of work experience in hydraulics or a related field