Hydraulic Service Technician

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Hydraulic Service Technician to join our Rotorua based team. This hands-on role involves the manufacture, servicing, repair and fault diagnosis of hydraulic and mechanical systems, both on customer sites and in the workshop.

You will work across a range of hydraulic equipment and systems, delivering high quality technical solutions while maintaining strong safety and customer service standards.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose, service and repair hydraulic and mechanical systems and components
• Repair, assemble, test and commission hydraulic equipment
• Fault find hydraulic systems with or without schematics
• Read and interpret hydraulic and engineering drawings, including open and closed loop systems
• Manufacture and install hydraulic hoses, pipes and tubing, ensuring correct sizing, flow capacity and compatibility
• Test valves, cylinders, pumps and motors using appropriate test equipment
• Safely operate and service accumulators and hydraulic test rigs
• Complete job cards, timesheets and service documentation accurately
• Liaise professionally with customers to ensure high levels of satisfaction
• Support planned maintenance, condition monitoring and asset management activities
• Work in accordance with company procedures, quality standards, and health & safety requirements

Skills and experience

• Proven experience as a Hydraulic Service Technician, Mechanical Fitter or similar trade role
• Strong knowledge of major brand hydraulic components
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Relevant trade qualification (or at least 3 years’ relevant industry experience)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Customer-focused and able to work independently or as part of a team

What we offer

• Permanent, full-time employment in Rotorua
• Competitive hourly rate of $40 - $46, aligned with skills and experience
• Opportunities to work on varied and interesting hydraulic systems
• A strong safety first culture

The successful applicant must be legally eligible to work in New Zealand at the time of commencement

Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing applies