Hydraulics Technician
- 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm Carolina CAT United States, North Carolina, Charlotte 9000 Statesville Rd (Show on map) May 11, 2026 Description Position at Carolina CAT
- Construction Hydraulics Technician
- Second Shift
- Cylinders / Pumps & Motors / Hammers Join the Carolina Cat Team As a family-owned company under our fourth generation of leadership, we have built our business based on the principles of trust, integrity, and a desire to help our customers and employees succeed.
Since 1926, we've supported our communities by supplying equipment for critical infrastructure and commerce and by donating our time and resources to area nonprofits. We make smart investments in our company and continuously improve as part of our vision to be a trailblazing company that's built to last. We're looking for hard-working, team-oriented professionals who enjoy working on new challenges every day. We believe our employees are the key to our success, and we're committed to providing a work experience that helps our team grow to their full potential. Collectively, our employees work together to make a difference for our customers, our communities, and our company. Learn more about what it means to become a team member with Carolina Cat. Summary The primary function of this position is to troubleshoot, repair, recondition, rebuild and test Caterpillar and other OEM hydraulic components such as cylinders, pumps, motors and valves. Essential Functions Promptly, at start of shift, review work schedule, check equipment and supplies required to perform the work scheduled, and prepare for operations
Disassembly and inspection of components for reusability or repair options utilizing precision measuring tools, Caterpillar reusability and salvage guidelines, Caterpillar and OEM specifications
Verify findings, measurements and procedures to develop a plan for repairs
Order or obtain from stock the appropriate parts needed to make the repairs.
Perform the necessary steps to prepare the parts for reassembly utilizing tools for polishing, honing, buffing and cleaning.
Reassemble and test components and perform quality checks after work is complete.
Writing service reports within company systems
Painting components and pressure wash components when necessary.
Perform general housekeeping duties as assigned.
At end of shift, secure all equipment and machinery, and complete all required paperwork.
Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualifying individuals to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Must have earned a High School Diploma, or a GED.
Must have 5 year of work experience in hydraulics or a related field.
Must read, write, communicate in English as it relates to this job and safety regulations.
Must meet the ergonomic and physical requirements, as well as the physical base scores for this position.
Must be able to use, or learn to use, the equipment and tools used to perform this job.
Must be able to perform all job functions safely.
Must meet the company performance standards for the job.
Must have a valid driver's license. Computer Skills Basic computer skills to utilize Caterpillar SIS 2.0 (Parts and technical information) and company-related systems Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Mathematical Skills Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Workplace Requirements The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift, carry, push, pull and /or otherwise move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee must operate equipment in a safe manner. Work Environment While performing the duties of this Job, depending on site location, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and equipment. The employee may occasionally be exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and vibration. The employee may occasionally be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in some work environments is occasionally loud. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer We require all employees to treat all our employees and candidates as equals. All personnel actions are conducted in the spirit of equal employment. We're committed to recruit, train, promote and retain associates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. #Carolina
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Employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
