Hydrovac Technician

Transwest; Brighton, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Disability

401(K) with company match

HSA/FSA

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Car Discount

Job summary

Transwest is seeking a Hydrovac Technician in Brighton, CO. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining hydrovac equipment, with emphasis on diesel truck/RV systems and hydraulics. You will work with the shop team, verify warranties, and perform road tests as required.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid license with clean MVR, and hands-on tool competency. Expect physical labor and adherence to safety protocols in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean MVR; CDL may be required within 90 days.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks and/or RVs.
• Ability to work independently and follow training, with safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair hydrovac units per repair orders.
• Verify warranty status and document repairs in system.
• Secure parts with the parts department and test drive as needed.
• Install components and service hydraulic systems on trucks and bodies.
• Maintain tools, comply with safety and waste disposal rules.

Skills

Diesel truck/RV repair

Hydraulic systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Hand tools

Welding (Aluminum MIG/TIG)

Diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Complete hand tools

Rollaway toolbox

Job description

# Hydrovac TechnicianFull-TimeBrighton, COApply Now## DescriptionThe Hydrovac Technician is responsible for maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of hydrovacs. The ideal candidate has experience in hydrovac operation and repair, knowledge of hydraulics, and ability to trouble-shoot electrical systems.**We offer a full benefits package for eligible employees including:*** Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance* Life (Voluntary and Employer Paid) and Disability Insurance* 401(K) with company match beginning with your first contribution.* HSA and/or FSA, as applicable* Paid Time Off, Sick Time, and Company Paid Holidays* Employee Car Discount Program**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Perform diagnosis and repair work as outlined in repair order.* Verify warranty, if applicable, on all repair orders.* Perform all work with efficiency and accuracy and in accordance with dealership and factory standards.* Communicate with the parts department to secure necessary parts.* Save and tag warranty parts.* Advise shop foreman and provide recommendation if repair order needs to be adjusted.* Repair documented in technician comments during each active time punch.* Road test vehicles as needed for quality assessment.* Maintain working knowledge of factory technical bulletins.* Ensure customer vehicle cleanliness.* Maintain neat and orderly work area.* Accountable for all dealership owned tools.* Uphold federal, state and local regulations governing the disposal of hazardous waste.* Perform job duties and functions with flexibility in the event circumstances shift, i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technology developments.* Installation of components.* Test operation of completed unit.* Trouble shoot and repair customer units in the service shop and in the field when necessary.* Install heavy components such as PTO’s and pumps.* Install components in truck cabs and on truck bodies.* Install and test hydraulic systems.* Other duties as assigned by the manager.**WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ABILITIES:*** Required to perform work inside and outside, in all-weather situations, at the shop division location.* Requires frequent sitting, standing, balancing, bending or stooping for prolonged periods of time.* Manual dexterity, fine manipulation and the ability to reach with hands and arms and lift up to 80 lbs.* Must be able to operate simple to complex and heavy-duty machinery.* Normal range of hearing and vision.**REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:*** High school diploma or equivalent.* Valid Driver's License and MVR in good standing and ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 90 days of employment.* Candidate must have experience diagnosing and repairing diesel trucks and/or RVs.* Candidate must be a motivated individual who can work independently.* Following completion of all online training, selected candidate will be required to attend training sessions for products serviced by the company at the company's expense.* Candidate must possess a complete set of hand tools with rollaway toolbox.* Excellent verbal and communication skills.* Detail oriented.* Must obtain refrigerant recovery certification.* Candidate must possess a complete set of hand tools with rollaway toolbox.* 3 years recent mechanic experience is required.* Experience working with hydraulic systems.* Aluminum mig & tig welding experience.* Familiarity with automotive electronics and 110-volt systems.* Excellent verbal and communication skills.* Ability to perform heavy component installations.* Candidate must be a motivated individual who can work independently.* Ability to successfully complete a General Abilities Assessment and pass post-offer background check, physical and drug screening.**JOB DETAILS:*** Type: Hourly - Transition to Flat-rate* Compensation Range: $28.00 - $ 40.00* Bonus Eligibility: No* Reports To: Service Manager* Shift: 1st Shift* Closing Date: Open until filled.