What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician, Field Service - Baltimore Hydraulics, Inc. position at City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Employment Development?
JOB SUMMARY:
The primary job responsibility is to troubleshoot and repair hydraulic equipment and systems at customers locations. The individual must not only have technical abilities, but also people skills and management abilities that will allow for successful completion of assignments. The individual must be able to troubleshoot issues in a timely manner and list accurate labor and material requirements from which an estimate or quote can be generated. Upon customer’s approval, the job must be effectively and efficiently completed within time and budget estimates. Some travel and overtime may be required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operate as the liaison between Baltimore Hydraulics and Customers.
Troubleshoot, repair and service marine, industrial, and mobile hydraulic and pneumatic equipment and systems.
Perform PM inspections on various types of equipment and systems.
Report specific details on jobs being performed and document on appropriate forms.
Any other assignments and duties given by the President or Manager.
SKILLS SETS & EQUIPMENT PROFICENCY:
Ability to identify and know the function & purpose of hydraulic components.
Ability to “think outside the box”.
Ability to understand customers specific needs and adapt to variable work environments.
Ability to distinguish between a hydraulic, electrical and mechanical problems and make those field repairs when necessary.
Ability to identify correct parts and components from parts books and repair manuals.
Ability to identify and specify standard size hydraulic fittings and adapters.
Ability to identify and size standard fasteners.
Basic knowledge of AC and DC circuits.
Bend hydraulic tube and fabricate tube assemblies.
Correctly take oil samples from hydraulic system.
Read & comprehend hydraulic schematics.
Fabricate hydraulic hose assemblies.
Match Marking and basic disassembly procedures.
Ability to operate and comprehend function of forklifts, overhead cranes, manlifts, and other lifting equipment.
Operate overhead cranes.
Use of basic mechanics hand tools.
Use of dial calipers, micrometer, and other measuring equipment.
Use of flow meters.
Use of multi-meter.
Use of flushing cart and test equipment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Standing
Sitting
Lifting – up to 50 lbs.
Climbing.
Pulling/Pushing
Carrying
Reaching
Grasping
CARE OF ASSIGNED EQUIPMENT:
Vehicle is kept neat and orderly
Vehicle is maintained according to operator’s manual
Weekly DOT inspections performed
Assigned equipment is protected from damage, loss or misuse at all times
Repair of equipment as needed or direct to those who can.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Clean Driving Record
Provide technical assistance and training to other employees in all departments as needed
Oversee jobs and projects of $10,000 and above to insure they stay on budget and produce desired profit margins
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or GED Certificate
MECHANICAL/TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bennett Mechanical Aptitude: 80 or above
Basic Hydraulic Class (BHI)
Advanced Hydraulic Class (BHI)
FPS Level: Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic or 10 Years Directly Related Experience
Seal Identification & Sizing Class
Parker Hydraulic Fitting Identification & Sizing Class
Schematic Reading
WIX Filtration online training
ONBOARDING TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: (after hire)
Safety Training:
Accident Prevention, Confined Space, Crane, Driving, Fall Protection, Forklift, Lockout/Tagout, Personal Protective Equipment, Rigging Safety, Housekeeping
Departmental Training:
Hydraulics 101, Finance/HR, Service, Parts, Sales & Marketing, Driver, Truck Shop, Field Service, Cylinder Shop, Pump Shop, Fabrication & Machine Shop
OSHA: 30-Hour General Industry Training Course
MSHA: Part 46 Miner Training
CPR & First Aid
Salary : $52,000 - $79,000