Senior Hydraulic Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics, tear down, inspection, and complete overhaul of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and integrated systems.
• Precision measuring of all dimensions.
• Interpret complex hydraulic schematics and technical data to identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Accumulate the parts necessary for assembly.
• Assemble the cylinders, pumps, and motors, and then test them.
• Operate the Microfinishing machine.
• Operate the Honing machine.
• Remove and install hydraulic components from vehicles.
• Perform accurate and consistent measurements with one thousandths of an inch.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related to tools, materials, shop, and work areas.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts used, and labor time.
• May assist in other areas of the hydraulic shop as needed.
• Maintain equipment and tools in good working order.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years performing repair and maintenance on hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors, and valves.
• Good mechanical aptitude for hydraulic maintenance and repair.
• Good mechanical aptitude of hydraulic systems on trucks.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to safely drive service vehicles in and out of service.
• Ability to read and understand hydraulic schematics and parts breakdown of pumps and motors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to communicate effectively and professionally with both internal and external customers.
• Familiarity with using a computer.
• Advanced knowledge of hydraulic principles, components, systems, and repair techniques.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and service manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.).

Physical Requirements

• Continuously lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs.
• Frequently up to 75 lbs.
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter.
• Frequently working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions.
• Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling.
• Occasionally, climbing and/or balancing.
• Continuously standing/walking in a shop environment.