Senior Hydraulic Technician

Rumpke of Ohio, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is seeking a Senior Hydraulic Technician to perform diagnostics, repairs, and complete overhauls of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and cylinders. You will ensure all work meets manufacturer specifications and safety standards, troubleshoot, and test components for proper operation.

The role requires 3–5 years of hydraulics experience, strong schematic reading skills, and precision measurement ability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years repairing hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors, and valves.
• Ability to interpret hydraulic schematics and data sheets.
• Experience with hydraulic shop diagnostics and testing.
• Strong attention to detail and precision measurements.
• Ability to read and speak English, communicate with customers and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics, tear down, and overhaul of hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, and cylinders.
• Interpret complex hydraulic schematics and technical data to identify issues.
• Assemble components and test hydraulic systems to manufacturer specs.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts used, and labor time.
• Operate precision measuring tools and shop machines (micrometers, calipers, etc.).
• Adhere to safety standards and housekeeping duties.
• May assist in other areas of hydraulic shop as needed.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Schematics reading

Precision measurement

Troubleshooting

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Safety standards

Education

High School Diploma

GED acceptable

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Hydraulic test equipment

Shop tools

Job description

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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Qualifications

Education: High School (preferred), General Education Diploma (preferred)