Entry-Level Hydraulic & Mechanical Technician - Hands-On Role

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

401(k) Plan

ESOP

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

ARES is seeking a WFF Junior - Hydraulic/Mechanical Technician for our Wallops Island location. You will test and repair mechanical systems, diagnose faults using diagnostic equipment, and perform scheduled maintenance on industrial machinery.

The role requires reading manuals and blueprints, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining service records. Travel up to 25% and tower-climbing physicals may be required as part of safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 1–2 years related experience.
• Vocational certificate is desirable.
• Ability to read operating manuals, blueprints and technical drawings.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and pass physicals for tower climbing.

Responsibilities

• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts; diagnose defects with test equipment.
• Dismantle/reassemble heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Schedule maintenance and keep service records for industrial machines.
• Observe safety procedures and adhere to quality policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational school certificate (desirable)

Tools

Engine diagnostic equipment

Micrometers

Gauges

Hoists

Calibrating devices

Job description

ARES is seeking a WFF Junior - Hydraulic/Mechanical Technician for our Wallops Island location. You will test and repair mechanical systems, diagnose faults using diagnostic equipment, and perform scheduled maintenance on industrial machinery.

The role requires reading manuals and blueprints, operating heavy equipment, and maintaining service records. Travel up to 25% and tower-climbing physicals may be required as part of safety procedures.