Truck Hydraulics Technician

Truck and Trailer Specialties, Inc.•Caledonia, MI

11d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for custom fabrication of customer’s trucks. This role involves supporting daily functions including installing, testing, and diagnosing hydraulic components such as pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, and filter assemblies. The technician will work with hydraulic systems including open center, closed center with load sense pumps and EPC valve sections. Utilizing prints and diagrams for hydraulic systems in the truck build-up process is a key part of the job. The technician will communicate regularly with the Team Leader and Operations Manager to assess assigned jobs and identify necessary parts and materials. Cooperation and proactive engagement with customers are expected, as is contributing to continual process improvement. Additional duties include parts delivery and pickup, janitorial work beyond keeping the work area clean, and working a 10-hour shift Monday through Friday with a 4-hour shift on two Saturdays per month. Other duties may be assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Requirements

General comprehension of, and experience in, the truck build up process
General understanding of truck components
General understanding of hydraulic systems; open and closed center; knowledge of laws relating to hydraulic flow, pressure, installation of components, adjustments, testing, etc.
General mechanical aptitude
Ability to work alone with minimal or no supervision
Ability to use hand tools
Follow all company safety rules and policies and operate equipment in a safe manner
Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions, diagrams, schematics, and prints
Ability to effectively perform job functions with input from manager and customers
Great attitude and ability to work with others
Good communication skills, written and verbal
High school diploma or equivalent
Current regular driver’s license to move our vehicles
Forklift operator certification
Overhead crane operator certification
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen (including THC/marijuana), physical, and background check.
Must have a current drivers license to move our vehicles.
Must be able to work 7am-5pm shifts Monday through Friday and 7am-11am shifts two Saturdays a month.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computers and various software programs is desirable
Knowledge of on-board truck computer controls; including electrical multiplexing and CAN Bus systems is desirable

Responsibilities

Install, test, and diagnose hydraulic components including pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, and filter assemblies
Utilize prints and diagrams for hydraulic systems in truck build-up process
Regular communication with Team Leader and Operations Manager to assess assigned job and identify parts and materials required for build up
Working cooperatively and proactively with customers
Develop continual process improvement with managers and co-workers
Parts delivery and pickup
Janitorial work beyond keeping work area uncluttered and swept
Work a 10-hour shift Monday through Friday, and a 4 hour shift two Saturdays a month
Other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization