Advanced Utility Equipment Mechanic: Hydraulics & Cranes

PowerGrid Services; Wetumpka (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerGrid Services is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose and repair truck-mounted hydraulic utility equipment, including aerial devices, digger derricks, and cranes. The candidate should have 5+ years of field experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Travel and overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Five or more years of experience in the utility mechanic field.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Exhibit positive interactions with vendors and customers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Aerial Devices, Digger Derricks and other equipment.
• Determine overall condition of machines through inspections and diagnostics
• Diagnose issues with hydraulic, electrical systems and chassis
• Restore equipment to full working order.
• Maintain accurate records of all service, repair and other work.
• Able to remove and install hydraulic hoses, PTO, rotary joints, rotary gears, bearings, pumps, cylinders, oil/fuel tanks, hoses, valves, fittings, winches, pins, retainers, rotation bearing bolts, pads, swing drive gearbox, upper control handles, outrigger interlock valves, all hydraulic system components, tool circuit hoses, pole claw arms, auger release bracket and all other parts to be repaired or replaced on the aerial/boom.
• Able to remove and install any components of brake systems including air brakes, brake pads, brake drum, S-cam, slack adjuster, air dryer, air compressor, check valve, etc.
• Able to remove and install any components of air conditioning systems including receiver dryer, expansion valve, evaporator, blower motor, compressor, heater core, heater valves, o rings and seals, recharging a/c, etc.
• Able to remove and install manual transmissions including clutches and flywheel.
• Able to remove and install any components of diesel engines including injectors, turbo, fuel pump, water pump, thermostat, solenoid, pulleys, belts, etc.
• Able to remove and install radiators and charge air coolers including fan clutch, blades, hoses, clamps, etc.
• Must have a solid understanding of all the above to include but not limited to Air Conditioning, Hydraulics, Driveline, Drivetrain, Electrical, Engine, Power Steering, PTO

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

PowerGrid Services is seeking a skilled technician to diagnose and repair truck-mounted hydraulic utility equipment, including aerial devices, digger derricks, and cranes. The candidate should have 5+ years of field experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Travel and overtime may be required.