Job Title: Hydraulic Technician
What we're looking for:
At BIK Boom Trucks, we are looking for an individual for the position of Hydraulic Technician. Working individually and at times in a team. The right individual will have a strong mechanical aptitude and background to disassemble and inspect, recommend process and parts to repair, enact these procedures in a timely and efficient manner. We train and cross-train strong candidates in the field of hydraulic repair and assembly as needed.
Overview:
A successful applicant for this position will be highly dependable, able to follow instruction closely, and have the ability to do some heavy lifting as needed. Crane mechanic experience is required. Hand tool experience, including complete toolbox, is required. Prior experience is necessary. This is a fast-paced environment where hard work and focus are important and rewarded.
Responsibilities:
- Disassemble and inspect hydraulic cylinders, pumps, hoses, fittings, motors and valves
- Repair pumps, valves, motors and cylinders as related to our business, per customer request
- Test and inspect hydraulic pumps, valves and cylinders, etc.
- Troubleshoot mobile crane equipment and systems
- Troubleshoot basic electrical circuits as they pertain to hydraulic controls
- Read hydraulic schematics
- Specify and assemble hose and tube assemblies in the field
- Skilled at field service customer interactions to maintain positive outcomes
- Conducts field service calls for various hydraulically-powered systems and machines for troubleshooting and repair
- Install hydraulic components onto in-house or onsite customer equipment
- Use measuring devices, calculators and myriad hand tools, torque tools and various other tools to service equipment
- Perform onsite maintenance and repair to customers equipment
- Professionally interact with customers to determine service issues
- Provides technical support, as necessary, to all departments and customers
- Work dutifully with Service Writer and Shop Foreman to support the efficient and accurate quoting and billing of repair & service work
- Keep chronological records of service activity to include each service step, evaluation of system or component, parts request and installation, repairs, completions, and tests/certifications
- Attends various safety certification classes and seminars as required
- Shop maintenance including cleaning, organizing, trash removal, and securing valuables during non-working hours
Requirements:
- Must be able to work closely and cooperatively with management and other employees as directed
- Excellent mechanical aptitude
- Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items
- High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset
- Experience operating forklifts and truck mounted cranes is a plus
- Crane mechanic experience
- Hydraulic repair experience
- Must have your own tools and tool box
- Must be capable of learning (from text or written communications) and remembering the steps/tasks to achieve similar competent repairs in the future
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Daytona Beach, FL 32124: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Hydraulic Mechanic: 2 years (Preferred)
- Crane Mechanic: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person