NC - Hydraulic Technician

SunSource•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Paragon Technologies, a SunSource company, specializes in providing world-class service, repair and re-manufacturing in the areas of electronics, hydraulics, robotics, servos and mechanical components for various industries. https://www.paragontech.com/ Position Summary: Performs service and repair for hydraulic components.

Requirements

Must be able to correctly size, design and select proper seals and sealing material.
Able to read precision measuring equipment such as calipers and micrometers.
Own every basic hand tool and many specialty tools to service hydraulic equipment at an advanced level.
Must be able to identify component serviceability and level with a high degree of accuracy.
Able to trouble shoot hydraulic systems and assist customers by phone or email.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, build and test cylinders, pumps and motors.
Evaluate warranty hydraulic cylinders, pumps and motors.
Attend advanced training within hydraulic field.
Reverse engineer hydraulic components.
Create and document testing procedures.
Train new and/or junior level hydraulic technicians.
Provide hydraulic field service to off-site customers on an as needed basis.
Design test fixtures and test set ups.
Conduct intercompany training sessions.
Coordinate workflow for machine shop with Production Manager.
Coordinate with Production Manager on problem jobs, afterhours ESFs, and capital improvements for the hydraulic department.
Maintain and ensures acceptable cleanliness levels within hydraulic test area and hydraulic work station.
Ensures safety rules and safe work practices are followed throughout department.
Participate in continuous improvement through training and associate development.
Other duties as assigned.