Heavy Equipment Technician

Cintal, Inc.; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical insurance (incl. dental/vision

Life & disability insurance

401(k)

Relocation assistance

Annual bonus

Job summary

Cintal, Inc. is a forward-thinking global technology company delivering innovative products and services to heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical sectors.

This 2nd shift role (3pm-11pm) is based in Decatur, IL, with a focus on monitoring test cells in a manufacturing environment and hands-on troubleshooting of hydraulic and electrical systems to ensure machines operate correctly. Qualified candidates will have an Associate's degree or equivalent, 2–4 years of related

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent working experience required.
• Master's degree is overqualified and not required.
• 2–4 years of industry experience preferred.
• Experience with hydraulics and/or electrical systems required.

Responsibilities

• Hydraulic troubleshooting: diagnose issues with pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, and fluid contamination.
• Electrical troubleshooting: test and repair industrial electrical systems, wiring, relays, sensors, motors.
• Schematic interpretation: read hydraulic diagrams, wiring diagrams, manuals, and product docs.
• Diagnostic testing: use multimeters, pressure gauges, test equipment and related tools.
• Mechanical aptitude: understand mechanical assemblies, power transmission, fasteners and tolerances.
• Hands-on repair: replace components, adjust equipment, and reassemble systems.
• Functional verification: run equipment, confirm operation, document results, and identify anomalies.
• Preventive maintenance: perform inspections, lubrication, calibration, and fluid checks.

Skills

Read schematics

Hands-on tasks

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Master's degree is overqualified

Job description

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

This position is 2nd shift (3pm-11pm)

BENEFITS:

• 10 paid holidays per year
• 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
• Access to the company’s medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
• 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
• Yearly bonus based on company performance

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

• Need someone capable of watching over test cells in a manufacturing environment. When a machine fails, need to leverage previous experience and schematics to troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical systems on our products. Will need to be able to perform hands on tasks to verify machine is functioning properly.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Hydraulic troubleshooting: Ability to diagnose issues involving pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, pressure controls, leaks, and fluid contamination.
• Electrical troubleshooting: Ability to test and repair industrial electrical systems, including wiring, switches, relays, contactors, sensors, motors, solenoids, and control circuits.
• Schematic interpretation: Strong ability to read hydraulic diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical 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: Ability to safely replace components, adjust equipment, make connections, perform minor repairs, and reassemble systems.
• Functional verification: Ability to 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.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 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

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to read schematics
• Ability to perform hands on tasks
• Mechanical aptitude

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

The pay range for this role is:

75,000 - 80,000 USD per year (Decatur, IL)