Hydraulic Hose Technician / Mobile Service Technician
PIRTEK Akron | Akron, Ohio
$22.00–$30.00 per hour + Monthly Performance Bonuses + Company Service Vehicle

Build Your Career with the Industry Leader

Do you enjoy solving mechanical problems, working independently, and helping customers get critical equipment back in service?

PIRTEK Akron is looking for an experienced Hydraulic Hose Technician to join our growing team. Every day is different—you'll travel to customer job sites, diagnose hydraulic failures, fabricate hoses on-site, and get equipment back to work quickly and safely.

If you have strong mechanical skills, enjoy working outdoors, and take pride in providing exceptional customer service, we'd like to talk with you.

About PIRTEK Akron

PIRTEK is North America's leading provider of on-site hydraulic hose replacement and industrial fluid transfer solutions. Our customers rely on us to minimize downtime in industries including:

• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Transportation
• Material Handling
• Waste & Recycling
• Municipal Services
• Agriculture
• Mining
• Industrial Production

PIRTEK Akron is locally owned and operated while backed by one of the fastest-growing franchise networks in the United States.

What You'll Do

As a Mobile Hydraulic Hose Technician, you'll operate your own fully equipped service truck while responding directly to customer locations.

Responsibilities include:

• Diagnose hydraulic hose failures on industrial and mobile equipment
• Fabricate hydraulic hose assemblies on-site
• Install hydraulic hoses and fittings
• Troubleshoot hydraulic systems
• Inspect equipment and identify additional maintenance opportunities
• Complete electronic work orders accurately
• Maintain inventory on assigned service vehicle
• Deliver outstanding customer service during every call
• Participate in rotating after-hours and weekend emergency service schedule
• Follow OSHA, DOT, and company safety procedures
• Mentor and assist other technicians when needed

What We're Looking For

We're searching for someone who enjoys mechanical work and thrives working independently.

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of mechanical experience
• Experience working on:
  • Heavy equipment
  • Construction equipment
  • Diesel trucks
  • Agricultural equipment
  • Industrial machinery
  • Fleet maintenance
  • Automotive repair
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Clean driving record
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds
• Comfortable working outdoors in all seasons
• Strong communication skills
• Dependable and self-motivated

Preferred Experience

• Hydraulic systems
• Hose fabrication
• Mobile service
• Welding or fabrication
• CDL (not required)
• DOT vehicle experience
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Preventative maintenance

Don't have hydraulic hose experience? If you're mechanically skilled and eager to learn, we'll provide specialized PIRTEK training.

Why Join PIRTEK Akron?

We invest in our technicians because they are the face of our business.

Compensation & Benefits

• $22.00–$30.00 per hour (based on experience)
• Monthly performance bonuses
• Company service vehicle (commute to and from work)
• Paid training
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Uniforms provided
• Ongoing technical training
• Opportunities for overtime
• Career advancement opportunities

Career Growth

Many PIRTEK technicians advance into:

• Lead Technician
• Operations Manager
• Business Manager
• Franchise Owner

If you're looking for a long-term career—not just another job—you'll find plenty of opportunity here.

What Makes Someone Successful Here?

Our best technicians are:

• Honest
• Dependable
• Customer-focused
• Problem solvers
• Comfortable working independently
• Calm under pressure
• Professional
• Team players

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Monday–Friday
• Rotating after-hours on-call schedule
• Weekend emergency coverage as scheduled
• Overtime opportunities available

Why You'll Love This Job

No two days are the same.

One day you'll be repairing a hydraulic excavator on a construction site. The next you'll be getting a manufactu