Assembly & Test Technician

Oilgear; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company ˆ

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Health Savings Account with employer ˆ

Flexible Spending Account options

Employer-paid life and disability保险

Optional hospital, critical illness, &

Job summary

Oilgear in Houston, TX seeks a production assembler to perform testing and assembly of high‑precision hydraulic systems. You will read schematics, follow procedures, and troubleshoot to ensure products meet strict tolerances. The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing and strong mechanical aptitude, with a focus on safety and documentation. On‑site, full‑time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing/assembly experience.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and aptitude.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow processes, procedures, and drawings.
• Experience with hydraulics or testing is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and assembly tasks as instructed by Department Leads or Director.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assemble highly intricate or large equipment with tight tolerances and strict inspection requirements.
• Aid in planning assembling/testing procedures and supervise junior staff.
• Complete skilled fitting, aligning, and secondary machining.
• Perform complex testing procedures of sub-assemblies and units.
• Work from assembly drawings and specifications.
• Use precision measuring instruments and gauges.
• Maintain and inspect completed assemblies.
• Perform light preventative maintenance and housekeeping in the work area.
• Set up and operate test stand equipment for products.
• Produce quality assemblies and identify defects to take corrective action.
• Ensure understanding of assembly and testing to meet engineering specs.
• Maintain production rate and communicate across shifts.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Mechanical knowledge

Read hydraulic schematics

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

At Oilgear, we design and manufacture high-performance hydraulic systems that power some of the world’s most demanding industrial applications. Our employees play a critical role in our success, and we are committed to providing a safe, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment. At Oilgear, you’ll work with advanced technology, contribute to meaningful products, and be part of a team that values quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Summary:

Perform testing and assembly tasks as instructed by Department Leads or Director. Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Have a full understanding of entire production process. Complete training in all production areas. Complete paperwork and records in a timely manner. Support inventory accuracy. Must be able to read and understand hydraulic schematics, procedures, hydraulic flows, pressure transmitter graphs to test, identify leaks, and troubleshoot.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform testing and assembly tasks as instructed by Department Leads or Director.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Perform diversified assembly and test operations to assemble highly intricate and/or large and expensive precision apparatus, machines, and equipment having critical tolerances and strict inspection/testing requirements.
• Aid in the planning of assembling and testing procedures; instruct and check the work of assemblers of lower classification and general laborers.
• Complete skilled fitting, aligning, adjusting, and secondary machining of the product.
• Perform complex testing procedures of sub-assemblies and units.
• Work from complicated assembly drawings and specifications.
• Use a wide variety of precision measuring instruments and gauging devices.
• Completed assemblies are subject to inspection and test.
• Perform light preventative maintenance and housekeeping duties for areas and equipment in the assigned work center.
• Set up and operate test stand equipment for all products in grade without assistance.
• Produce quality assemblies and attain a working knowledge of possible defects or malfunctions and take corrective action as required.
• Fully understand and comprehend the assembly of sub-assemblies, the final assembly, and testing so that the engineering performance specifications are satisfied in all areas.
• Maintain or exceed the approved rate of production.
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record, acceptable overall work record, and purchase the required tools for the classification.
• Complete training in all production areas.
• Complete paperwork and records in a timely manner.
• Support inventory accuracy.
• Maintain clear communication with the next shift.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations.
• Perform prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required per P.M. charts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years’ experience in manufacturing/assembly.
• Basic mechanical knowledge.
• Mechanical aptitude Technical specialty – Auto / farm / industrial / oil & gas / Instrument fitter / mechanical technician.
• Subsea Blow Out Prevention controls experience is considered a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to use a variety of precision test equipment, measuring instruments, and gauging devices.
• Must have demonstrated ability to perform inspection and testing and adhere to production and quality standards and drawing specifications of final and sub-assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot quality, product, or production issues and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Requires a moderate degree of skill and assembling technique.
• Experience and knowledge of basic mechanical principles, testing procedures, basic hydraulics.
• High School Diploma or GED, with above-average mechanical ability.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow processes, procedures, and policies.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with coworkers, supervision, and management

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Optional hospital, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Safety shoe reimbursement program
• Safety glasses reimbursement program
• Tuition assistance up to $5,000 per year

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation Statement

The Oilgear Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The Oilgear Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. Applicants or employees requiring accommodation may contact Human Resources.

Employment Status Statement

Employment with The Oilgear Company is at-will. This means that either the employee or The Oilgear Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

Nothing in this job description or any other Company document should be interpreted as a contract of employment, an offer of continued employment, or a guarantee of employment for any specific duration.