Hydraulic Lab Technician II

KSB•Grovetown, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hydraulic Lab Technician II works within a team environment to construct, fabricate, install, assemble, test, maintain, and remove equipment supporting test programs in the Hydraulic Test Lab. This role combines hands-on welding, fabrication, mechanical, and electrical skills with the ability to work safely and independently in a fast-paced industrial lab setting, while helping ensure equipment and test setups meet quality and performance standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent education and some technical training
Minimum of four years of experience in general welding, fabrication, & mechanical skills.
Minimum of two years of experience in general electrical.
Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints
Effective time management and ability to prioritize competing tasks
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for mechanical and electrical issues
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
Commitment to safety and adherence to lab and shop protocols
Basic computer skills for recording and documenting test data

Nice To Haves

Apply working knowledge of low-voltage and instrumentation wiring

Responsibilities

Work as a self-starter, taking initiative on tasks with minimal prompting
Receive instructions and execute and track multiple tasks without direct supervision
Adapt to shop standards and practices, remaining coachable and open to feedback
Read and fabricate from drawings provided by the Lab Manager and Test Engineers
Perform welding tasks using MIG, TIG, and stick methods
Operate industrial equipment such as lathes, iron workers, band saws, and drill presses
Use hand tools such as grinders, drills, and cutters, along with field fabrication methods
Work with 110/220V single-phase and 220/480V three-phase electrical systems, including running conduit
Assist with assembling, installing, aligning, modifying, adjusting, removing, and returning pumps in accordance with provided guidelines and drawings
Perform pipe fitting on pipe of various sizes up to 54” for testing
Apply working knowledge of low-voltage and instrumentation wiring (preferred)
Apply working knowledge of general hydraulic systems
Operate overhead cranes and mobile Hyster equipment to move parts within the lab
Assist with miscellaneous tasks carried out in the Hydraulic Lab
Maintain the lab in an organized and clean condition