Hydraulic Pump Technician

About the role

A full-time Hydraulic Pump Technician is needed in the Hydraulics Division in East Ahmadi, Kuwait. The technician inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, assembles and tests hydraulic pumps and associated components, with practical knowledge of hydraulic systems, contamination control, precision assembly and performance testing.

Key responsibilities

• Dismantle and inspect hydraulic pumps and motors to identify wear, damage and failure causes.
• Work on gear, vane and piston pumps within the technician's training and experience.
• Measure critical components against manufacturer specifications and prepare inspection findings, including replacement parts and repair work.
• Assemble units with correct clearances, tightening procedures and cleanliness controls.
• Set up and run controlled performance tests, recording pressure, flow, temperature, leakage and other results.
• Troubleshoot faults such as low output, excessive noise, overheating and internal leakage.
• Coordinate with machining and inspection teams where component restoration is required.
• Maintain repair reports, test records, tools and a clean assembly area.

Required profile

• ITI, Diploma or equivalent technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulics or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience repairing hydraulic pumps and motors.
• Understanding of hydraulic circuits, pump operating principles and common failure modes.
• Ability to read hydraulic schematics, technical drawings and manufacturer manuals.
• Strong understanding of contamination control and safe depressurization.

Required skills

• Use of precision measuring instruments and hydraulic test equipment.
• Experience with multiple hydraulic equipment brands is an advantage.