Industrial Field Tech Position

With 15 employees in its only location in Sumiton Alabama, AA Fluid Power Services has been a leader in supplying high quality products and services to the Southeast since 1987. Demand for the products and services offered by AA Fluid Power Services, Inc. has increased exponentially in the last couple of years and in response AA Fluid Power has continued to expand its workforce and its facilities.

At AA Fluid Power Services, Inc. we are always looking to hire talented individuals that could help us grow and maintain a satisfied customer base. We offer full time positions in inside and outside sales, and full & part time positions in production & administration positions.

Industrial Field Tech Position

SCOPE:

Reports to shop Field Service Dispatch; Responsible for field repairs and preventative maintenance of industrial machinery. Applicant must maintain a clean and operational service vehicle. Applicant must also maintain documentation of all repairs and materials for each service call. Between service calls responsible for the daily operations of tear down and assembly, write up, analyzing, and repair of hydraulic components. Must be reliable and trustworthy with good work ethic. Able to work with little or no supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum two years verifiable mechanical experience preferably in the hydraulic field.
• Works well with others
• Good work history.
• Good understanding of electrical systems and controls
• Self motivated, needs little or no direct supervision
• Good safety record and awareness (OSHA 8 Hour Course Recommended)
• Willing to work when needed with little or no advance notification (occasional nights and weekends)
• Demonstrates ability to read/interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Physically fit, able to drive or stand for 4+ hours and lift 75 lbs
• Class A CDL (Preferred, not required)
• 2 or 4 Year College Degree Preferred

KEY EXPECTED RESULTS:

• Recognizes and understands components.
• Can properly tear down, measure and write up components
• Follows procedures set forth by management
• Owns own tools and knows how to use them
• Properly uses specialty tools owned by AAFPS
• Knows and understands the correct tolerances for components.
• Can properly build and test components.
• Takes pride in workmanship
• Willing to teach others how to do the job right.
• Demonstrates the ability to read/understand blue prints and drawings.
• Adheres to all applicable and required safety standards and procedures
• Works as helper in field service with experienced Technician as required
• Works independently in the field as required
• Works in the shop in-between field service appointments under direction of Shop Foreman

The Technician is responsible for performing jobs involving servicing and repair of Industrial machinery including but not limited to Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems and components of mobile and stationary machinery. These service appointments could take place anywhere from a grocery store to an underground coal mine to a steel mill. The Technician will be expected to work both independently and on a team. Technician will receive extensive on-the-job and classroom training. the Technician will demonstrate initiative, commitment to teamwork, enthusiasm for customer service, and dedication to finding solutions in an efficient manner.

COMPENSATION

Full time position, hourly pay (rate negotiable.) Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Insurance, 401K with 3% match, Overtime available, some nights and weekends, some travel, mechanics truck supplied, and specialty tools supplied.