Devine Hydraulics Inc.

This is an exciting time to join Devine Hydraulics, Inc. (DHI)! Our new general manager has instituted some real positive changes to the culture, both work- and benefit-wise. This includes training options (with successful completion tied to pay increase), enhanced benefits (too many to list here, but a 401k match is part of it.) With these improvements, we are raising the bar of our expectations to try to get the best of the best. Thank you for taking the time to look us over and see if you are a great fit!

Responsibilities in Brief:

  • Troubleshoot hydraulic systems and components
  • Diagnose problems, prepare estimates for repairs
  • Repair and install new systems in the field
  • Keep work area/truck clean and organized
  • Maintain proper inventory on service vehicle
  • Maintain a professional image and relationship with customers
  • Identify new business opportunities while on customer premises

Position Qualifications – Skills & Abilities:

A successful applicant for this position will be highly dependable, able to follow instruction closely, and have hand tool experience, including complete mechanic’s tool box with your own basic tools. Experience should demonstrate proficiencies in the following areas:

  • Ability to determine how a system should work and how changes in the conditions, the operation, and the environment will affect outcome
  • Skill to formulate a sound decision using available information
  • Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a task
  • Work at customer site in accordance with their work rules

What We’re Looking For:

At Devine Hydraulics, Inc. (DHI), we are looking for an individual for the position of Hydraulic Field Service Technician. Working individually and, at times in a team, the right individual will have a strong mechanical aptitude and background to disassemble and inspect, recommend process and parts to repair, enact these processes in a timely and efficient manner. Candidate should have five years of hydraulic experience, ability to work well at customer locations under pressure and have a valid drivers license and an acceptable driving record. We train and cross-train strong candidates in the field of hydraulic repair and assembly. Duties would include the entire spectrum of industrial and mobile equipment mechanical troubleshooting and repairs. Some overnight travel.

Responsibilities in Detail:

  • Disassemble and inspect hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors and valves
  • Repair pumps, valves, motors and cylinders as related to our business, per customer request
  • Test and inspect hydraulic pumps, valves and cylinders, etc.
  • Troubleshoot mobile and industrial equipment and systems
  • Conducts field service calls for various hydraulically-powered systems and machines for troubleshooting and repair
  • Install hydraulic components onto in-house or onsite customer equipment
  • Use measuring devices, calculators and myriad hand tools, torque tools and various other tools to service equipment
  • Perform onsite maintenance and repair to customers’ equipment
  • Professionally interact with customers to determine service issues
  • Provide technical support, as necessary, to all departments and customers
  • Work dutifully with Service Writer and Shop Foreman to support the efficient and accurate quoting and billing of repair and service work
  • Keep chronological records of service activity, both in computer and on hard-copy forms; to include each service step, evaluation of system or component, parts request and installation, repairs, completions, and tests/certifications
  • Attends various training and safety certification classes and seminars as required
  • Shop maintenance including cleaning, organizing, trash removal, and securing valuables during non-working hours

Requirements:

  • Must be able to work closely and cooperatively with management and other employees as directed
  • Five years hydraulic experience
  • Three years in field service preferred
  • Excellent mechanical aptitude
  • Must be fluent in the English language, both verbally and written
  • Good at math with analytical abilities
  • Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy (up to 50lbs) items
  • High school diploma or equivalent; completion of vocational training or an apprenticeship will be an asset
  • Must have a valid drivers license and an acceptable driving record
  • Experience operating fork lifts is a plus
  • Must be capable of learning (from text or written communications) and remembering the steps/tasks to achieve similar competent repairs in the future
  • Must be able to pass background check and drug screen

Schedule

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discount
  • Health savings account
  • Relocation assistance
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Other