Hydraulic Mobility Systems Technician

Freedom Motors USA; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Motors USA in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a Hydraulic Technician to install and service hydraulic lifts, ramps, and mobility equipment on our wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions. The role emphasizes hands-on, precise assembly and safety compliance to support customer independence.

You will read wiring diagrams, connect hydraulic lines, install pump units, and troubleshoot hydro-electrical systems using hand and power tools, contributing to quality workmanship on every vehicle.

Qualifications

• Coursework beyond a high school diploma preferred.
• Mechanic experience with hydraulic and electrical knowledge and strong mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated initiative, willingness to take on greater challenges, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, including wire strippers, soldering irons, ratchets, impact tools, and air tools.
• Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics and diagrams and follow both written and verbal work instructions.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Outstanding attendance record and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical connectors to finish wiring.
• Connect rigid hydraulic lines between pump and cylinder.
• Assemble and install hydraulic pump units.
• Install hydraulic cylinders.
• Assemble and install remote control electronics.
• Modify plastic panels for body and cylinder mounts.
• Operate and troubleshoot hydro/electrical system.
• Use hand tools including grinder, body saw, impact drivers, hand drills, band saw, etc.
• Maintain equipment, inspect for performance and safety concerns, and perform troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintain compliance with Freedom Motors’ quality and safety standards, policies and procedures, and OSHA safety regulations.
• Ability to read wiring schematics and diagrams and follow both written and verbal work instructions.
• Assist other areas as needed.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Reading schematics

Tools proficiency

Education

Coursework beyond high school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Soldering irons

Wire strippers

Air tools

Job description

Freedom Motors USA in Battle Creek, MI is seeking a Hydraulic Technician to install and service hydraulic lifts, ramps, and mobility equipment on our wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions. The role emphasizes hands-on, precise assembly and safety compliance to support customer independence.

You will read wiring diagrams, connect hydraulic lines, install pump units, and troubleshoot hydro-electrical systems using hand and power tools, contributing to quality workmanship on every vehicle.