Hydraulics Technician - Cylinders / Pumps & Motors / Hammers

Summary

The primary function of this position is to troubleshoot, repair, recondition, rebuild and test Caterpillar and other OEM hydraulic components such as cylinders, pumps, motors and valves.

Schedule

Day Shift – Monday through Friday. Currently 7:00 am – 4:00 pm, will be moving to 6:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Essential Functions

• Promptly, at start of shift, review work schedule, check equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, and prepare for operations
• Disassembly and inspection of 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
• Painting 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 GED
• Must have 5 years of work experience in hydraulics or a related field
• Must read, write, and 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

Skills & Abilities

• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills to utilize Caterpillar SIS 2.0 (Parts and technical information) and company-related systems
• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
• Occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell
• Must frequently lift, carry, push, pull and/or otherwise move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Must operate equipment in a safe manner

Work Environment

• May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and equipment
• May occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and vibration
• May occasionally be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; and risk of electrical shock
• Noise level in some work environments is occasionally loud