Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Hydraulics Technician to join our dynamic team in Richmond, Tasman. This permanent, full-time role is essential for installing, testing & commissioning of hydraulic & pneumatic systems on new truck builds The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency and reliability of our hydraulic equipment, contributing to the overall success of our operations.
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems and components in automotive applications.
- Assembly installation & commissioning of hydraulic equipment.
- Load, pressure & cycle time testing
- Fault diagnostics, calibrating, programming , schematics
- Light engineering, servicing, repairs & maintenance
- Refurbs and major recertifications.
- H&S and certificates (i.e. forklift and gantry crane where required)
- Complete reports, check sheets and documentation as required including schematics.
- Maintenance of key production metrics as required.
- Maintaining records of work performed on equipment, including time and materials used on projects.
Qualifications:
- Trade qualification in mechanical engineering, diesel or fluid power preferred.
- Proven experience as a hydraulics technician within the automotive industry.
- Strong understanding of hydraulic systems and components.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Technical aptitude and understanding of trucks and machinery
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills and a commitment to safety.
- Class 2 licence preferred, to move units around the yard and road-test