Hydraulic Cylinder Machinist

Colliflower Inc; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Bonus

Sales Goal Awards

After-hours Premium Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Sick Pay

Job summary

Colliflower Inc. is hiring a Hydraulic Cylinder Machinist for its Hose-Fast location in Garland, TX.

The role focuses on diagnosing, repairing, fabricating, and replicating hydraulic cylinders to exact specifications, using manual lathe and mill, and reading blueprints to produce replacement components. The position involves teardown, inspection, honing, and reassembly, with emphasis on precision, torque control, and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Hydraulics certification preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of hydraulic cylinder repair experience.
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints and schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to operate forklifts and cranes.
• Experience with precision measuring tools.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills.
• Attention to detail and safety compliance.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot hydraulic cylinders.
• Use precision tools to verify specifications.
• Disassemble, inspect, and document part condition.
• Reassemble with proper seals, bearings, pistons.
• Repair or replace damaged parts.
• Operate cylinder hone to finish inner surface.
• Turn, face, thread, and finish rods with a manual lathe.
• Machine end caps, flanges, mounts with a manual mill.
• Read blueprints to replicate components.
• Test for leaks and performance per standards.
• Maintain repair records.
• Assist with loading/unloading and facility movement.

Skills

Hydraulic cylinder repair

Blueprint reading

Manual lathe operation

Manual mill operation

Troubleshooting

Precision measuring tools

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Welding/fabrication

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Hydraulics certification

Tools

Cylinder hone

Calipers

Micrometers

Torque wrenches

Job description

Summary

Colliflower Inc's Hose-Fast location has an immediate opening for a HydraulicCylinder Machinist. The Hydraulic Cylinder Machinist will diagnose, repair, fabricate, and replicate hydraulic cylinders and associated assemblies to exact specifications. This position requires hands‑on proficiency with manual lathe and manual mill operation, as well as the ability to read and work from blueprints to machine custom and replacement components. The technician must be skilled in teardown, inspection, honing, and reassembly of hydraulic cylinders, and will assist with loading and unloading, painting, moving parts through the facility, and final quality inspections. Must be able to work with minimal supervision. This is a full‑time position at Colliflower’s Hose‑Fast Location in Garland, Texas.

Compensation

Pay is based on an individual’s industry knowledge, skills, experience, and location.

Benefits

• Referral Bonus
• Company Wide Sales Goal Awards
• Premium Pay for after hour services

• Medical, Dental, Vision options for employee, spouse and family
• Life, LTD, AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Savings Accounts for Medical Expenses
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off including: 2 Weeks paid vacation, 40 hours of sick pay, 6 paid holidays

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Support daily operation

• Diagnoses and troubleshoot issues in hydraulic cylinders.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify specifications and tolerances.
• Safely disassembling complex hydraulic components, recognizing signs of wear, and properly documenting part condition.
• Precisely reassembling cylinders, including the proper seating of seals, bearings, and pistons, often requiring careful torque specifications.
• Perform repairs and replacements of damaged parts, including seals, rods, and pistons.
• Operating a specialized machine (cylinder hone) to precisely finish the inner surface of the cylinder tube. This is critical for achieving the correct surface finish (cross-hatch pattern) for proper seal life and minimal fluid bypass.
• Reassemble cylinders and ensure proper alignment and functionality.
• Operate a manual lathe to turn, face, thread, and finish cylinder rods, shafts, and related components to precise dimensional tolerances.
• Operate a manual mill to machine cylinder end caps, flanges, mounts, and custom components as required for repair or replication.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings to replicate hydraulic cylinder components, ensuring all fabricated parts meet original design specifications and tolerances.
• Test repaired cylinders for leaks and performance, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Maintain detailed records of repair work, parts used, and service dates.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of trucks, painting, and moving parts through the facility

Maintain a safe and organized work environment

• Stage components to proper areas
• Maintain good housekeeping, clean and prepare work areas and equipment for repair tasks.
• Maintain clean and orderly working environment throughout the work area
• Maintain operation and maintenance of all equipment and tools in assigned area

Provide excellent service

• Provide recommendations for improving cylinder performance and longevity.
• Stay updated with the latest repair techniques and equipment advancements.
• Collaborate with team members and managers to ensure efficient workflow.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Certification in hydraulics or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in hydraulic cylinder repair.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical manuals and schematics.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to operate forklift and cranes
• Ability to use hand tools and specialized repair equipment.
• Experience with disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of hydraulic cylinders.
• Familiarity with precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills.
• Hands‑on experience operating a manual lathe and manual mill; ability to set up cuts, select tooling, and hold tight tolerances on turned and milled parts.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints and engineering drawings for the purpose of replicating hydraulic cylinder components to original specifications.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and procedures in a workshop environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality control.
• Good communication skills for reporting and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements

• Required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, feel, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time (8+ hours).

Work Environment

• Work performed in a workshop/warehouse environment.
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts and saws, machining oils, warehouse temperature fluctuations, and arc light from welding.
• Noise level can occasionally be loud due to different machinery being operated (i.e.: forklifts, hand tools, and other machines).
• This position cannot be performed remotely.

Colliflower, is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.