Senior Hydraulic Technician

Rumpke Waste & Recycling; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste & Recycling seeks a Senior Hydraulic Technician to perform complex diagnostics, advanced repairs, and complete overhauls of hydraulic systems in our shop, ensuring all work meets manufacturer specifications and safety standards.

You will troubleshoot, assemble components, and test functionality, reading schematics and maintaining detailed repair records. The role requires 3–5 years of hydraulic maintenance experience and flexibility for nights/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years performing repair and maintenance on hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors, and valves.
• Ability to read hydraulic schematics and parts breakdowns.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication with internal/external customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics, tear down, inspection, and overhaul of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and integrated systems.
• Interpret complex hydraulic schematics to identify issues and solutions.
• Assemble and test hydraulic components; accumulate parts for assembly.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts used, and labor time.
• May assist in other areas of hydraulic shop as needed.

Skills

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Schematics interpretation

Precision measurement

Reading technical drawings

Communication

Computer literacy

Vehicle operation

Problem solving

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Hydraulic testing equipment

Shop instrumentation

Job description

The Senior Hydraulic Technician is responsible for performing complex diagnostics, advanced repairs, and complete overhauls of hydraulic systems and components. This role ensures all work is completed to the manufacturer's specifications and safety standards. The technician will troubleshoot, perform repairs, and test components to ensure proper functionality.

Responsibilities of Position:

• Perform advanced diagnostics, tear down, inspection, and complete overhaul of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, and integrated systems.
• Precision measuring of all dimensions.
• Interpret complex hydraulic schematics and technical data to identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Accumulate the parts necessary for assembly.
• Assemble the cylinders, pumps, and motors, and then test them.
• Operate the Microfinishing machine.
• Operate the Honing machine.
• Remove and install hydraulic components from vehicles.
• Perform accurate and consistent measurements with one thousandths of an inch.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties related to tools, materials, shop, and work areas.
• May assist in other areas of the hydraulic shop as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts used, and labor time.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Skills & Abilities Needed for Position:

• Ability to safely drive service vehicles in and out of service.
• Ability to read and understand hydraulic schematics and parts breakdown of pumps and motors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to communicate effectively and professionally with both internal and external customers.
• Familiarity with using a computer.
• Additional skills may be required to perform additional tasks specific to work locations, departments, or lines of business.
• Advanced knowledge of hydraulic principles, components, systems, and repair techniques.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and service manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.).
  

Experience & Knowledge Needed for Position:

• Minimum 3-5 years performing repair and maintenance on hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors, and valves.
• Good mechanical aptitude for hydraulic maintenance and repair.
• Good mechanical aptitude of hydraulic systems on trucks.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
  

Physical Requirements in a Regular Workday:

• Continuously lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a max of 20 lbs. Frequently up to 75 lbs.
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter.
• Frequently working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions.
• Frequently stooping/kneeling/crouching/crawling.
• Occasionally, climbing and/or balancing.
• Continuously standing/walking in a shop environment.
  

Additional Working Conditions/Aspects:

• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre-employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.
  

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity, and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned. Furthermore, this does not establish an employment contract and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.
Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. It is Rumpke’s policy to provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.