Hydraulic Technician — End-to-End Repair & Testing

Accelera Staffing; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Accelera Staffing in Grand Rapids is seeking a seasoned Hydraulic Technician to manage repairs from teardown through testing and final evaluation. You will diagnose failures, rebuild cylinders, install new seals, and verify function while coordinating with a tight-knit, supportive team.

The role requires autonomous work, strong reading of electrical and hydraulic schematics, and a track record of completing repairs on time.

Qualifications

• Four to seven years of experience in hydraulic repair.
• Proven experience handling a diverse range of cylinder sizes and configurations.
• Comprehensive hands-on experience covering the full repair cycle, including diagnostics and final testing.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Demonstrated knowledge of accumulator systems.
• High level of skill using precision measurement tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow detailed technical specifications and work instructions.
• Ability to safely operate various shop and testing equipment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a collaborative team member.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and troubleshoot hydraulic components to identify wear, corrosion, or leaks, ensuring the root cause of failure is determined.
• Disassemble, sanitize, and utilize precision instruments to measure internal parts, rods, and barrels to decide on reuse or replacement.
• Restore cylinders to original specifications by installing new seals, pistons, and wear rings, including necessary polishing and buffing.
• Perform maintenance and repair tasks on various pumps and valves.
• Conduct pressure testing on finished assemblies to ensure they meet operational standards and help guarantee high-quality results for the client.
• Interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics to assist in the maintenance of systems containing integrated electrical components.
• Propose and implement technical upgrades to improve equipment longevity and help minimize repeat failures.
• Maintain high efficiency to ensure all repairs are completed within quoted timeframes.
• Record detailed findings, parts usage, and test results, while keeping leadership informed of any significant concerns.
• Execute occasional repairs on pneumatic cylinder systems.
• Maintain a safe and orderly workspace while strictly adhering to protocols, such as releasing stored energy and depressurizing systems.
• Assist with parts identification and inventory management as required.

Skills

Hydraulic repair

Cylinder sizes

Repair cycle

Schematics

Accumulators

Precision measurement

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Tools

Hydraulic testing equipment

Job description

Accelera Staffing in Grand Rapids is seeking a seasoned Hydraulic Technician to manage repairs from teardown through testing and final evaluation. You will diagnose failures, rebuild cylinders, install new seals, and verify function while coordinating with a tight-knit, supportive team.

The role requires autonomous work, strong reading of electrical and hydraulic schematics, and a track record of completing repairs on time.