Hydraulic Repair Technician - Trucks & Vocational Equipment

Description

Hydraulic Repair Technician - Trucks & Vocational Equipment

Join Our Team!

Are you a hands-on technician who enjoys diagnosing problems, working with hydraulic systems, and seeing the results of your work every day? We're looking for a Hydraulic Repair Technician to join our Fab Shop team. In this role, you'll troubleshoot, repair, and install hydraulic components on vocational trucks and equipment, including pumps, cylinders, hoses, fittings, and PTO systems.

This is a great opportunity for a mechanically inclined individual with experience in hydraulics, diesel equipment, heavy-duty trucks, or industrial maintenance who wants to build a long-term career with a growing company.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems on vocational trucks and equipment
• Remove and install hydraulic pumps, cylinders, hoses, fittings, and PTOs
• Perform basic welding (MIG) and electrical repairs as needed
• Troubleshoot system failures and determine the best repair solutions
• Maintain accurate repair documentation and labor records
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
• Work closely with team members to deliver quality repairs and exceptional customer service

What We're Looking For

• Experience with hydraulic systems, heavy-duty trucks, equipment repair, or related mechanical work
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
• Welding and basic electrical knowledge preferred
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. and work in a shop environment
• CDL is a plus but not required

Why You'll Love This Opportunity:

 Competitive pay based on experience
Stable, full-time career with growth opportunities

 Modern shop environment with quality equipment

 Ongoing training and skill development

 Work with a team that values safety, accountability, and excellence

Essential Responsibilities:

· Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems on vocational vehicles.

· Determine a course of action for damaged parts and systems.

· R&R hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and Hoses/Fittings 

· R&R PTO’s (Power Take-Offs)

· Utilize a pressure washer if the bottom of the truck/transmission needs to be cleaned off prior to repair

· Welding (Mig)

· Basic Electrical

· Accurately record time, cause, and correction on Repair Orders.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfy each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

[j1] Certificates, Licenses, Registrations 

The position requires the ability to operate motor vehicles and a safe driving record. A current Commercial Driver's License is preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sufficient manual dexterity to operate office equipment (or operate a PC), mechanical tools such as wrenches, sockets, grips, air tools, and other basic shop tools. 

Ability to climb ladders

Ability requires a person to bend, twist, and squat in order to perform tasks on truck components. 

Ability to lift a minimum of 60lbs unassisted. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, due to tools and engine noise.

Revised August 2026

Reports To: Fab Shop Manager 

Competencies: 

Individuals need to have the following

1. Resiliency: Quickly recovering from adversity. Demonstrates the ability to overcome setbacks. Strives to remain optimistic in light of adversity.

2. Personal Accountability: Willing to take ownership of situations. Being answerable for personal actions. Demonstrates the ability to self-evaluate. Strives to take responsibility for his or her actions.

3. Problem Solving: Defining, analyzing, and diagnosing key components of a

problem to formulate a solution. Identifies the multiple components of problems and their relationships. Prioritizes steps to a solution. Understands and defines the problem before jumping to a solution.

4. Continuous Learning: Taking initiative to regularly learn new concepts,

technologies and/or methods. Takes initiative in acquiring and mastering the skills and knowledge requirements of a position. Keeps abreast of current or new information through reading and other learning methods.

5. Time and Priority Management: Prioritizing and completing tasks in order to

deliver desired outcomes within allotted time frames. Effectively manages difficulties and delays to complete tasks on time. Reduces the amount of time spent on non-priorities.

6. Goal Orientation: Setting, pursuing and attaining goals, regardless of

obstacles or circumstances. Acts instinctively to achieve objectives without supervision.

Expends the necessary time and effort to achieve goals.

7. Creativity and Innovation: Creating new approaches, designs, processes,

technologies and/or systems to achieve the desired result. Notices unique patterns, variables, processes, systems or relationships.

Behaviors 

Organized Workplace - The job requires establishing and maintaining specific order in daily activities.

Analysis - The job requires compiling, confirming, and organizing information.

Persistence- The job requires completing tasks despite challenges or resistance.

Consistent - The job requires predictable performance in repetitive situations.

Following Policy - The job requires adhering to rules, regulations, or existing methods.

People-Oriented - The job requires building rapport with a wide range of individuals.

Customer-Oriented - The job requires identifying and fulfilling customer expectations.