2nd Shift Technician – Hydraulics & Electrical

Cintal, Inc.; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

2 weeks PTO pro-rated

Medical insurance (dental & vision)

Life insurance & disability

401(k) with employer contribution

Relocation reimbursement

Yearly bonus

Job summary

Cintal is seeking a skilled technician to monitor test cells in a manufacturing environment and troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems on our products. The role requires hands-on repair, diagnostic testing, and strong schematic interpretation to verify machines operate correctly.

2-4 years of industry experience and an Associate's degree are expected; relocation support and a yearly bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent working experience.
• Master's degree is overqualified.
• 2-4 years of industry experience.
• Experience with hydraulics and/or electrical systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Hydraulic troubleshooting: diagnose issues involving pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, pressure controls, leaks, and fluid contamination.
• Electrical troubleshooting: test and repair industrial electrical systems, including wiring, switches, relays, contactors, sensors, motors, solenoids, and control circuits.
• Schematic interpretation: read hydraulic diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, manuals, and product documentation.
• Diagnostic testing: proficiency with multimeters, pressure gauges, test equipment, and other diagnostic tools.
• Mechanical aptitude: understanding of mechanical assemblies, power transmission, fasteners, tolerances, and machine operation.
• Hands-on repair: safely replace components, adjust equipment, make connections, perform minor repairs, and reassemble systems.
• Functional verification: run equipment after repairs, confirm correct operation, identify abnormal behavior, and document test results.
• Preventive maintenance: familiarity with inspection routines, lubrication, calibration, fluid checks, and early signs of component failure.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on tasks

Diagnostic testing

Equipment handling

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Master's degree is overqualified

2-4 years of industry experience

Tools

Multimeters

Pressure gauges

Test equipment

Job description

Cintal is seeking a skilled technician to monitor test cells in a manufacturing environment and troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems on our products. The role requires hands-on repair, diagnostic testing, and strong schematic interpretation to verify machines operate correctly.

2-4 years of industry experience and an Associate's degree are expected; relocation support and a yearly bonus are offered.