Mechanical/hydraulics technician (kingston)

We are seeking a highly skilled Mechanical/Hydraulics Technician to join our team of passionate professionals.

• Oversee and implement the installation, maintenance, and repairs of hydraulic components on trucks and plant machinery.
• Install hydraulic systems such as PTOs, pumps, cylinders, hoists, power packs, wet kits, and valves.
• Perform hydraulic repairs, hose replacements, and re‐sealing of cylinders.
• Install, repair, and service truck‐mounted cranes and tailgate loaders.
• Conduct electrical wiring on cranes, tailgate loaders, and power packs.
• Diagnose faults and carry out annual services on cranes and tailgate loaders.
• Apply auto electrical knowledge when needed.
• Read hydraulic schematics and blueprints to troubleshoot and diagnose problems.
• Execute hydraulic maintenance tasks during shutdown periods, including component replacement, pipework installation, inspections, and testing of equipment.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic issues on fixed plant assets.
• Assist in the execution, installation, and commissioning of bespoke projects.
• Ensure a high level of safe work practices at site.
• Perform preventative maintenance to avoid operational failures of hydraulic systems.
• Engage in welding, metal fabrication, and electrical assembly for repair tasks.
• Review drawings and provide suggestions related to part inspection and testing.
• Utilize computers and other technologies to investigate and repair hydraulic equipment.
• Reassemble machines and equipment as required.
• Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output, and input at specific operating temperatures to analyze parts performance.
• Operate drill press, grinders, engine lathe, or other machines to modify parts, test, or fabricate experimental parts.

Salary: Between $70,000 and $75,000 per annum + Super.

Job Type: Full‐time, Permanent.

Annual Pay: $70,000.00 – $75,000.00.

Work Location: In person.