Hydraulic Test Technician

Hydraulic Test Technician

**Pay: **$28/hr or more (negotiable based on experience level)

Shift: Day shift hours

Description:

• The Hydraulic System Test Technician will plan and conduct accurate and efficient testing of a variety of engineered systems, which contain primarily hydraulic and electronic components. This role will play an integral part in helping to achieve our corporate goal, which is to provide 100% customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality solutions on time. This employee will work independently with minimum supervision and will frequently interact with customers to perform witness testing. Reports to Fluid Systems Shop Foreman.

Requirements:

• A degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or some college is preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
• Able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Demonstrate a broad and comprehensive understanding of complex hydraulic equipment involving electronics.
• Proficient in the use of measurement and gauging equipment and processes.
• As required, must be able to set up test fixtures independently.
• Able to adapt to procedures, techniques, and/or processes to meet special needs on varied assignments.
• Must possess excellent mechanical reasoning.
• Hydraulic and/or electrical background required.
• Measurement conversion and fluids theory knowledge required for test applications.
• Leakage, flow, friction, and pressure knowledge required.
• Using a hydraulic circuit, be able to identify all settings and parameters that must be verified and/or set during test
• Ability to understand and articulate complicated ideas and principles in a precise and professional manner
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable interacting with customers on the shop floor.

Job Duties:

• Responsible for full functional integration, independently, of our engineered solutions.
• Perform complex system tests utilizing electronic tools, test equipment, transducers, data logging devices, and inspection measurement equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Occasionally, the employee will be required to perform assembly functions in a manufacturing environment. The employee utilizes mechanical skills, hand and power tools, and mechanical/electronic tools to complete assembly projects and assignments.
• Set up test equipment to measure and record system conformance to test specifications.
• Conduct tests using common and/or computerized data acquisition equipment, and interpret/record test results on data reports, forms, and logs. Troubleshoot and rework malfunctions disclosed by the test data independently.
• Verify new production assembly and test procedures and recommends processes to achieve desired results.
• Interpret blueprints, hydraulic and wiring diagrams, test specifications, service bulletins, and customer requirements.
• Conduct training with less experienced team members.
• Provide technical support to other related groups and co-workers, including complex testing at other Airline facilities.
• Communicate issues found during testing with engineering and project management and work with them on a resolution.
• Develop procedures and best practices for internal equipment calibration for all facilities.
• Develop test procedures for repeat assemblies as seen fit.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance 1st of the month after hire date
• 100% Employee Owned, ESOP
• Paid time off accrual begins upon hire
• 401k with company match

You should be proficient in:

• Hydraulics Experience
• Mechanical Testing