Hydraulic Technician

Penmac Staffing Services, Inc.; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Penmac Staffing Services, Inc. is seeking a hands-on Hydraulic Technician in Irving, TX. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing hydraulic cylinders in an industrial setting, with a day shift and overtime as needed.

The ideal candidate will have experience repairing hydraulic cylinders, reading mechanical drawings, and using precision tools. This is a full-time position with a competitive hourly wage and overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing hydraulic cylinders in industrial or heavy equipment settings.
• Knowledge of cylinder components, seals, wear bands, bushings, and common failure modes.
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and bore gauges.
• Ability to safely disassemble and reassemble large hydraulic components.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and repair documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, troubleshooting, disassembling, repairing, and reassembling hydraulic cylinders
• Identifying failure causes such as seal damage, rod scoring, contamination, misalignment, and component wear
• Measuring and inspecting rods, barrels, pistons, glands, seals, and related components
• Determining repair requirements including machining, welding, honing, and seal replacement
• Installing seals, wear bands, wipers, and other cylinder components
• Assisting with pressure testing, leak checks, and final inspections
• Documenting repair findings, measurements, and recommendations
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Working closely with machinists, welders, quality control personnel, and operations teams

Skills

Hydraulic cylinders repair

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Bore gauges

Job description

Hydraulic Technician

Location: Irving, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Day Shift, Monday-Friday (overtime as needed)

Pay: $26-$28/hour, based on experience

Requirements for the Hydraulic Technician

Penmac Staffing is seeking an experienced Hydraulic Technician for a full-time opportunity in Irving, TX. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience repairing hydraulic cylinders and diagnosing equipment failures in an industrial, manufacturing, or heavy equipment environment. Qualified candidates should have:

• Experience repairing hydraulic cylinders in industrial or heavy equipment settings
• Knowledge of cylinder components, seals, wear bands, bushings, and common failure modes
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and bore gauges
• Ability to safely disassemble and reassemble large hydraulic components
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, schematics, and repair documentation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety

Preferred qualifications

• Steel mill, heavy manufacturing, or mobile equipment experience
• Experience with large-bore hydraulic cylinders
• Hydraulic system troubleshooting experience involving pumps, valves, hoses, and power units
• Pressure testing experience
• Forklift and/or overhead crane experience
• Welding or machining experienceBilingual English/Spanish skills

Hydraulic Technician Responsibilities

This is a hands-on diagnostic role focused on identifying the root cause of hydraulic failures and completing quality repairs. Responsibilities include:

• Inspecting, troubleshooting, disassembling, repairing, and reassembling hydraulic cylinders
• Identifying failure causes such as seal damage, rod scoring, contamination, misalignment, and component wear
• Measuring and inspecting rods, barrels, pistons, glands, seals, and related components
• Determining repair requirements including machining, welding, honing, and seal replacement
• Installing seals, wear bands, wipers, and other cylinder components
• Assisting with pressure testing, leak checks, and final inspections
• Documenting repair findings, measurements, and recommendations
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Working closely with machinists, welders, quality control personnel, and operations teams

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work with tools throughout the shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment around heavy equipment

Pay, Benefits & Opportunity

• $26-$28 per hour based on experience
• Full-time day shift schedule
• Overtime opportunities available
• Stable work environment with opportunities to work on complex industrial equipment
• Benefits available after eligibility requirements are met

Why Penmac?

Penmac Staffing offers affordable health insurance options with no waiting period! Long-term Penmac employees may participate in our 401k retirement savings plan and become participants in our employee stock ownership plan. We provide free, fast, and friendly help finding a job that matches your skills and schedule.

About Penmac Staffing

We have been placing people first since 1988. We offer temporary, temp-to-hire, long-term, and direct hire job opportunities in a variety of industries. Penmac, a 100% employee-owned company, operates over 30 offices in eight states. Penmac is an Equal Opportunity Employer.