Hydraulic Technician

FWG Solutions; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FWG Solutions is seeking a Hydraulic Technician to support the U.S. Navy LCAC ACV program on-base. The role covers maintenance and operation of hydraulic motors, pumps, scavenge fans and steering components, with emphasis on repair, testing, documentation and return-to-service decisions.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, hydraulic systems training, and 5–7 years of hands-on hydraulic experience. An active Secret clearance or ability to obtain interim clearance is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; hydraulic systems training required; OEM training preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience with hydraulic systems; security clearance required or ability to obtain interim clearance.
• Experience with pressure test safety and contamination control.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to work independently with engineering and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Conduct depot-level repair, troubleshooting, disassembly, inspection, refurbishment, reassembly and testing on hydraulic motors, pumps, scavenge fans and steering components
• Perform operational tasks including hydraulic component repair, failure analysis, test setup, documentation and return to service recommendations
• Work onsite 5 days per week with additional hours, as required

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Documentation

Communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Hydraulic systems training

OEM training

Tools

MS Office

Job description

*This position is part of the LCAC 100 Program

The Hydraulic Technician will perform all operational and maintenance tasks associated with hydraulic motors, pumps, scavenge fans and ceiling components in support of the U.S. Navy’s Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) program on-base. This position will apply industry knowledge to perform operational tasks on a variety of equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct the depot-level repair, troubleshooting, disassembly, inspection, refurbishment, reassembly and testing on hydraulic motors, pumps, scavenge fans and steering components
• Perform operational tasks including, but not limited to, hydraulic component repair, failure analysis, test setup, documentation and return to service recommendations
• Perform routine work with limited to no supervision or instruction
• Ability to take on new assignments with general instructions
• Apply industry knowledge to various programs and projects ensuring successful completion
• Use knowledge of industry standard policies, procedures and practical applications to complete job tasks
• Other duties as related to the business functions of FWG Solutions, as assigned

Education

• High School Degree Required
• Hydraulic systems training required
• OEM training preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Active Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain an interim clearance required

Experience

• Five to seven (5-7) years of experience with hydraulic systems
• Experience with pressure test safety and contamination control
• Knowledge and previous experience with hydraulic, mechanical, industrial, aviation, marine or heavy equipment

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to hold yourself and others accountable on short-term and long-term goals
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with engineering and quality control
• Ability to work with various levels of personnel
• Use of Microsoft Office software applications to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Other

• Ability to work onsite 5 days per week with additional hours, as required

This opportunity offers career development and growth, competitive compensation, and a robust benefits package with generous PTO w/ rollover, 11 paid holidays, company paid events and training, and 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

FWG Solutions is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

In addition, FWG Solutions takes affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce.