MEC Technician

Sun Source and its family of companies represent 270+ locations and 4,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value‑add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and value‑added solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Repair.

Our MEC technician has a key role in our Mobile Hydraulic Business Unit. You will be responsible for the assembly and testing of hydraulic systems including valves, pumps, motors, manifolds, and other products sold by Sun Source.

• Verify parts to BOM and work order to prepare for assembly
• Inspect parts and various components
• Assemble units according to MEC specifications. Follow best practices for assembling hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, manifold, proportional, cartridges, pumps, and engine cooling units
• Adjust components and equipment in the test room. Set cartridges in the test room per blueprint instructions
• Test all assembled systems for standard expectations of quality, quantity, and time
• Paint completed units in the paint booth
• Clean, organize, and maintain the shop and shop equipment
• Participate in continuous improvement through training and associate development
• Assist MEC technicians with assembly, testing, process training, and mentoring
• Maintain a safe and orderly work area
• Perform any other duties as assigned within Sun Source

• Education—2‑year fluid power associate degree, Mechatronics or other mechanical disciplines strongly preferred. High school diploma or equivalent. Working knowledge of fluid power preferred.
• Experience—1 to 5 years in fluid power assembly or shop experience. Testing and troubleshooting experience preferred. Ability to work with engineering and other MEC technicians to meet customer expectations of quantity and timing. Detail‑oriented, to provide the highest level of quality to the customer.
• Physical Requirements—Must be able to lift up to 75lbs. Position requires standing 95–100% of the workday.

• Meet or exceed MEC OH standards on assembling units and final hydraulic testing
• Contribute to the MEC team metrics of 110 labor hours closed out per day
• Technician demonstrates ability to build products in each work cell proficiently
• Maintain 0 warranty claims for quality, meeting customers and shop performance
• Housekeeping: keep the work area clean and organized
• Safety: observe all safety guidelines, wear PPE daily
• Keep up to date with IFPS certifications
• Complete Sun Source Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic certification (or accept equivalent accredited certification)

• Attention to Detail:
  Thoroughness in accomplishing a task through concern for all relevant areas, no matter how small.
• Technical Expertise:
  Applies and improves extensive or in‑depth specialized knowledge, skills and judgment to accomplish a result or to serve customers effectively.
• Job‑Focused Learning:
  Demonstrates eagerness to acquire necessary technical knowledge, skill and judgment to serve customers’ needs effectively.
• Teamwork:
  Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to inspire and guide individuals (or a team) toward goal achievement.
• Problem Solving/Analytical Thinking:
  Builds a logical approach to address problems or opportunities by drawing on experience and resources.
• Follow‑Up:
  Establishes procedures to monitor the results of delegations, assignments, or projects.
• Initiative:
  Asserts influence over events to achieve goals; self‑starting rather than passively accepting.
• Planning and Organizing:
  Establishes a course of action to accomplish a goal; plans proper assignments of personnel and resources.
• Drive for Results:
  Demonstrates concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal or external standard of excellence, showing a passion for continuous improvement.

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