Hydraulic Technician

Post Date

Jan 24, 2025

Location

Chesapeake,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

23324
US
Jul 30, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Mechanical Assembler

Req #

NOR-757708

Pay Rate

$18 - $23 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a heavy machinery technician to support our customer located in Chesapeake, VA. The candidate will be responsible for operating, diagnosing, and troubleshooting heavy, hydraulic equipment. They must have 3-5 years of experience working with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) to diagnose and troubleshoot issues. The candidate will be tasked with working around low voltage DC systems as well as operating digital gauges, flow meters, and operating basic, handheld tools. The salary range flexes between $20-$26/hr.

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Required Skills & Experience

3-5 years of experience.
Experience using PLCs and HMIs.
Exceptional troubleshooting and diagnostic capabilities on heavy machinery equipment.
Experience working with hydrostatic drive systems.
Experience reading machine schematics.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Previous experience working with CAT or Cummins heavy machines.
Perfect fit: former aircraft mechanic, diesel mechanic, or big rig truck mechanic.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.