• Our client has a history that dates back nearly 150 years. They are an expert in formwork solutions but are also able to provide equipment for all areas of construction activity. On projects from power plants, tunnels, commercial, housing developments to transportation infrastructure and some of the tallest high rises – they provide formwork systems, components, safety solutions and more.
• The industrial maintenance/hydraulics technician will be a key player on the local manufacturing team in Channahon, IL. This person will report to the Hydraulics Workshop Supervisor and is responsible for maintaining the hydraulic machines and lifting devices that are shipped and stored at this facility. They will be identifying mechanical defects, assisting with repairs, and performing general reconditioning.

Responsibilities

• Receives hydraulics and machines from subsidiaries and clients
• Perform reconditioning work on hydraulics and machines to restore them to group standards
• Tracks and monitors time spent on hydraulic maintenance for charge out purposes
• Able to troubleshoot, identify equipment issues and propose workable solutions regarding hydraulics and machines
• Possesses thorough understanding of the hydraulics and machines reconditioning process and can issue appropriate instructions and check lists
• Manages all spare parts for hydraulics and machines equipment including ordering parts inventory as needed
• Manage and maintains all the tools and related equipment required for the hydraulic and machine distribution
• Maintains the hydraulic and machine database
• Close out reconditioning service orders and reports on materials and labor to be charged to clients
• Support DC departments on all related topics to hydraulic and machine materials

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required
• Certificate or Associates Degree is preferred
• Must have a minimum of 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing/operations/logistics setting
• Must have a minimum of 2+ years of experience as a hydraulics technician, maintenance technician, or forklift technician
• Must have a thorough understanding of hydraulic and electrical equipment
• Must have a strong working knowledge of the hydraulic test bench
• Must be capable of working efficiently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills (knowledge of German or Spanish is a huge plus)
• Must be familiar with inventory management systems to locate documents
• Must have a strong technical aptitude for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems for troubleshooting/diagnostics and repair (cylinders, hoses, pumps, shifting and lifting devices for construction formwork machinery)

Compensation

• Strong base salary up to 40.00/hour or more depending on experience
• Options for Salaried pay depending on management or leadership experience
• Fully comprehensive medical benefits for employee and family
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) program
• Personal time and vacation time
• Paid Holidays
• Day Shift! 7am – 3:30pm OR 8am – 4pm with opportunities for overtime