Job Title
Hydraulic System Maintenance Technician
Department
Maintenance / Technical Workshop
Location
[To be specified by the company]
Overview
To perform scheduled and corrective maintenance tasks on hydraulic systems in machinery and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimizing breakdowns, in accordance with technical standards and safety procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Inspect hydraulic systems and diagnose faults using measurement and analysis tools.
- Maintain and repair pumps, cylinders, valves, and hydraulic hoses.
- Replace defective parts and ensure new parts meet specifications.
- Fill and replace hydraulic oil according to required standards.
- Perform preventive and routine maintenance as per approved schedules.
- Test systems after maintenance to ensure proper operation and efficiency.
- Read and interpret hydraulic schematics and technical drawings.
- Comply with occupational safety procedures during all tasks.
- Prepare accurate technical reports on maintenance tasks and identified issues.
- Coordinate with other teams (electrical, mechanical) for complex diagnostics.
Qualifications
- Diploma or vocational certificate in mechanics or hydraulic systems maintenance.
- 25 years of practical experience in hydraulic maintenance.
- Good knowledge of hydraulic oils and their specifications.
- Ability to use measurement and diagnostic tools (e.g., hydraulic pressure gauge).
- Proficiency in reading schematics and technical drawings.
- Commitment to quality, speed, and accuracy in task execution.
Skills
- Strong fault analysis and decision-making skills.
- Attention to detail and execution precision.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Good communication skills.
- Adherence to professional safety procedures.
Apply your CV at malalawi@domomena.com