Senior Hydraulic Mechanic

Our client is seeking an experienced Hydraulic Power Unit Assembler with 10+ years of hands-on experience in the hydraulic industry. The ideal candidate will have strong mechanical skills and experience assembling, troubleshooting, repairing, and testing hydraulic systems and components.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and install hydraulic power units, piping, tubing, hoses, pumps, valves, and related components.
• Read and understand hydraulic schematics and use them to assemble and troubleshoot systems.
• Fabricate and weld structural frames, brackets, and supports.
• Perform pipe fitting and hydraulic tubing installation.
• Bend and route hydraulic tubing according to system requirements.
• Build and install hydraulic hose assemblies.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems to identify leaks, pressure issues, flow problems, and component failures.
• Perform general mechanical maintenance and repairs on hydraulic equipment.
• Disassemble and repair hydraulic pumps and cylinders.
• Inspect disassembled components and determine which parts need to be repaired or replaced.
• Reassemble pumps and cylinders and perform bench testing to verify proper operation.
• Work with common hydraulic connection and fitting standards, including SAE, JIC, Autoclave, and BSP.
• Follow proper safety, quality, and hydraulic industry standards during assembly and repair work.
• Maintain and properly use personal hand tools and equipment required for the job.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in the hydraulic industry.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to work independently.
• Experience assembling hydraulic power units or similar hydraulic systems.
• Welding experience, particularly with structural frames and brackets.
• Strong pipe fitting and hydraulic tubing experience.
• Experience with tube bending and hose assembly.
• Ability to read and understand hydraulic schematics.
• Strong hydraulic troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience repairing hydraulic pumps and cylinders, including disassembly, component inspection, reassembly, and bench testing.
• Knowledge of hydraulic fittings and standards such as SAE, JIC, Autoclave, and BSP.
• Ability to use common mechanical and hydraulic hand tools safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.