Hydraulic Systems Technician | Build & Optimize Fluid Power

James A. Staley Co.; Town of Carmel (NY); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 49,593,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Job summary

James A. Staley Co. in New York is seeking a Hydraulic/Mechanical Technician to join our manufacturing team. You will build hydraulic and pneumatic systems, read schematics, and collaborate with production to deliver reliable equipment on schedule.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, experience in fluid power, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Proficiency with hand tools and safety-conscious mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the fluid power/manufacturing industry.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• Safety conscious, dependable, and contribute to a positive environment and culture.
• Ability to analyze and adjust processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, self motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Must have ability to perform heavy, physical labor.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Trade school degree or certificate is a plus.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Work with production staff to create best possible product in a collaborative relationship, consistently providing input and feedback in ideation and execution.
• Building Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Use mechanical aptitude and knowledge of fluid power as well as manufacturing to complete work within schedule
• Layout and mount system components
• Layout measurements to drill holes in sheet metal cabinets or panels for valves, gauges etc, with close precision measures.
• Assemble hydraulic hoses using parker hose crimp machine
• Drilling and tapping holes
• Use of appropriate fittings for hydraulic components

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Reading schematics

Independent worker

Safety-conscious

Heavy labor capable

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school certificate

Tools

Parker hose crimp machine

Hand tools

Job description

James A. Staley Co. in New York is seeking a Hydraulic/Mechanical Technician to join our manufacturing team. You will build hydraulic and pneumatic systems, read schematics, and collaborate with production to deliver reliable equipment on schedule.

The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, experience in fluid power, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Proficiency with hand tools and safety-conscious mindset are essential.