Hydraulic Technician – Shop & Field Service

Phoenix Hydraulics Ltd. is seeking an experienced and dependable Hydraulic Technician to join our hydraulic repair and manufacturing team in Burnaby, British Columbia.

The successful candidate will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild and test hydraulic components used in mobile, industrial and heavy-equipment applications. This position involves primarily shop-based work, with occasional customer-site service when required.

Location: Burnaby, BC
Work arrangement: On-site, with occasional field-service assignments
Compensation: C$32–C$40 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect and troubleshoot hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors, control valves, power units and related components.
  • Disassemble hydraulic components safely and document their condition.
  • Identify damaged, worn or failed components and help determine the likely cause of failure.
  • Measure rods, barrels, pistons, glands, shafts, bushings and other components using appropriate precision-measuring instruments.
  • Prepare accurate inspection findings, parts requirements and repair recommendations.
  • Repair and rebuild hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors and valves according to approved procedures and specifications.
  • Replace seals, bearings, bushings and other worn components.
  • Assist with hydraulic-cylinder assembly, honing, machining coordination and pressure testing.
  • Set up and operate hydraulic test equipment safely.
  • Verify pressure, flow, leakage and operating performance before repaired components are released.
  • Diagnose hydraulic-system problems on customer equipment when assigned to field-service work.
  • Read hydraulic schematics, parts diagrams and technical manuals.
  • Maintain accurate job records, measurements, photographs and testing information.
  • Keep tools, equipment and work areas clean, organized and safe.
  • Communicate clearly with management, machinists, welders, customers and other technicians.
  • Follow company safety procedures and use the required personal protective equipment.
  • Perform other reasonable technical duties required to support shop operations.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience repairing hydraulic cylinders, pumps, motors, valves or mobile hydraulic systems.
  • Strong understanding of hydraulic-system operation, pressure, flow and contamination control.
  • Ability to identify hydraulic-component wear, damage and common failure conditions.
  • Experience using micrometers, vernier calipers, bore gauges and other precision-measuring instruments.
  • Ability to read hydraulic schematics, technical drawings and parts information.
  • Mechanical aptitude and strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work safely and independently while cooperating with the shop team.
  • Good organization, documentation and communication skills.
  • Ability to perform the physical duties associated with hydraulic repair work and safely handle heavy components using appropriate lifting equipment.
  • A valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to customer sites when required.
  • Experience with heavy equipment, refuse trucks, construction equipment, marine equipment or industrial machinery is an asset.
  • A recognized trade qualification, Red Seal certification or relevant technical training is an asset but is not required.

How to Apply

Please email your résumé and a brief description of your hydraulic repair and troubleshooting experience to service@phoenixhydraulicsltd.com, with Hydraulic Technician in the subject line.

Please do not send government identification, banking information or other unnecessary sensitive information with your application.

Phoenix Hydraulics Ltd. considers qualified applicants in accordance with applicable human-rights law. Application information will be used only to assess candidates and communicate about the recruitment process.