Overview:

Hydraulics Technicians are responsible for overseeing and implementing the instillation, maintenance, and repairs for the hydraulic components of equipment.

What responsibilities will I have?

• Installation, maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems
• Read blueprints and diagrams while troubleshooting and diagnosing problems
• Perform preventative maintenance to avoid operational failures of hydraulic systems
• Welding, metal fabrication and electrical assembly
• Provide drawing review and suggestions related to part inspection and testing
• Use computers and other technologies to investigate and repair hydraulic equipment
• Reassemble machines and equipment
• Read dials and meters to determine amperage, voltage, electrical output and input at specific operating temperature to analyze parts performance
• Operate drill press, grinders, engine lathe, or other machines to modify parts tested or to fabricate experimental parts for testing

What education and training is required?

A high school diploma or more preferably an associate’s degree in industrial equipment technologies, mechanics, precision systems service, HVAC Maintenances or electronics is required.

To pursue a career as a Hydraulic Technician:

The following high school courses are recommended:agricultural education, a focus on science, and mathematics.

Typical Employers:

Employed by farm equipment dealers and manufactures as well as some state and government agencies.

Future Job Market/Outlook:

The future outlook for Hydraulic Technicians is projected to be good to excellent depending on skills, certification and location.

Suggested Professional Organizations and Associations:

• International Fluid Power Society
• Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association
• Midwest Equipment Dealers Association