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Truck and Trailer Specialties Truck Hydraulics Technician in Dutton, Michigan
Truck & Trailer Specialties, with two Michigan locations, has been serving the public works and commercial trucking industry since 1974. Truck & Trailer Specialties originated and remains in the small west Michigan town of Dutton, Michigan, located just south of Grand Rapids. The company was founded by the father & son team of Cal and Dan Bouwman. Spring of 2013 saw the opening of the newest Truck & Trailer facility in Howell, Michigan. Truck & Trailer Specialties prides itself on extraordinary craftsmanship, ingenuity and loyal longtime customers. All Truck & Trailer locations feature full-service, truck upfit facilities including body & paint shops, welding & fabrication capabilities, complete line of truck bodies & attachments, and mobile hydraulic system expertise specializing in closed-center systems with load-sense piston pumps, Bosch Rexroth being the premier supplier.
OUR BENEFITS:
- Company-Paid Health Insurance
- Employer-Funded HRA Balance
- Company-Paid Life Insurance
- Additional Voluntary Insurance Options
- Eligible For Annual Pay Increases
- Eligible For Bi-Annual Bonuses
- 3% Annual 401(k) Match
- Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
- Company-Paid Uniforms
- Up to $500 Annual Tool Allowance
$1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
Job Title: Truck Hydraulics Technician
Reports to: Truck Hydraulics Team Leader / Director of Operations
Department: Operations
Job Summary: Responsible for custom fabrication of customer's trucks.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Duties/Responsibilities:
Support daily functions including, but not limited to:
- Install, test, and diagnose hydraulic components including pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, and filter assemblies
- Hydraulic systems include open center, closed center with load sense pumps and EPC valve sections
- Utilize prints and diagrams for hydraulic systems in truck build-up process
- Regular communication with Team Leader and Operations Manager to assess assigned job and identify parts and materials required for build up
- Working cooperatively and proactively with customers
- Develop continual process improvement with managers and co-workers
- Parts delivery and pickup
- Janitorial work beyond keeping work area uncluttered and swept
- Other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
Required Skills/Abilities:
General comprehension of, and experience in, the truck build up process
General understanding of truck components
General understanding of hydraulic systems; open and closed center; knowledge of laws relating to hydraulic flow, pressure, installation of components, adjustments, testing, etc.
General mechanical aptitude
Ability to work alone with minimal or no supervision
Ability to use hand tools
Follow all company safety rules and policies and operate equipment in a safe manner
Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions, diagrams, schematics, and prints
Ability to effectively perform job functions with input from manager and customers
Great attitude and ability to work with others
Good communication skills, written and verbal
Knowledge of computers and various software programs is desirable
Knowledge of on-board truck computer controls; including electrical multiplexing and CAN Bus systems is desirable