Mechanic (48374)

Paycom; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Company-paid life, AD&D, and short- &

401(k) with a generous company match

PTO and holidays

Parental leave

EAP

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

TLR Hydraulics in Dallas, TX is seeking a skilled Hydraulic Cylinder Mechanic to repair, rebuild, and fabricate hydraulic cylinders for industrial customers. This full-time role requires hands-on experience and ability to read blueprints and schematics.

You will inspect components, replace seals and rods, hone and weld as needed, perform pressure tests, document repairs, and maintain a safe, organized shop. Competitive pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical experience in hydraulic cylinder repair, heavy equipment maintenance, diesel mechanics, or industrial maintenance.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose hydraulic failures.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measurement devices.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Inspect hydraulic cylinders and components to identify wear, damage, or malfunction before repair.
• Disassemble hydraulic cylinders following shop procedures and replace seals, rods, or other components to spec.
• Hone, polish, machine, weld, or fabricate parts as required by the repair scope.
• Measure tolerances with micrometers, calipers, and bore gauges; perform hydraulic pressure testing and quality inspections.

Skills

Hydraulic repair

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Measuring instruments

Troubleshooting

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring instruments

Blueprint reading

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Dallas, TX 75247, Position Type: Full Time, Hydraulic Cylinder Mechanic — Repair, Rebuild & Fabrication

Competitive Pay — Based on Experience | Dallas, TX | Full-Time

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with a generous company match.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary benefit products.

What You'll Do

Cylinder Repair and Rebuild

• Inspect hydraulic cylinders and components to identify wear, damage, or malfunction before beginning repair.
• Disassemble hydraulic cylinders using appropriate tools and equipment, following shop procedures throughout.
• Replace seals, rods, tubes, pistons, bearings, and other worn or damaged components to manufacturer specifications.
• Hone, polish, machine, weld, or fabricate parts as required by the repair scope.

Precision Work and Quality

• Measure components using precision instruments including micrometers, calipers, and bore gauges to verify tolerances throughout the repair process.
• Perform hydraulic pressure testing and quality inspections after every repair to confirm performance and safety.
• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, technical drawings, and repair manuals accurately.
• Maintain accurate repair records and work orders for every job.

Shop Operations and Safety

• Operate shop equipment including lathes, presses, grinders, welders, and overhead cranes safely and efficiently.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work environment at all times.
• Assist with troubleshooting hydraulic systems and equipment in the shop or in the field when required.

Qualifications: What We're Looking For

Must Have:

• Hands-on mechanical experience in hydraulic cylinder repair, heavy equipment maintenance, diesel mechanics, or industrial maintenance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve hydraulic failures.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Ability to lift up to 50-75 pounds and work comfortably in a shop environment.

Nice to Have:

• Direct experience with hydraulic cylinder teardown, seal replacement, and rebuild.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, fluid power principles, seals, and fittings.
• Experience operating lathes, presses, grinders, welders, or overhead cranes.
• Familiarity with hydraulic pressure testing procedures and equipment.

About TLR Hydraulics

Founded in 2018, TLR Hydraulics is a Dallas-Fort Worth-based provider of hydraulic cylinder and pump repair, high-pressure hydraulics repair, and machining services, serving industrial, commercial, and municipal customers throughout Texas and surrounding states. With five locations across the greater DFW market including Midlothian, Haltom City, Dallas, and Odessa, TLR is the shop customers call when hydraulics go down and downtime is not an option.

If you are a skilled mechanic who takes pride in precision hydraulic repair work and wants to grow with a fast-moving Texas shop backed by a national industrial distributor, we would love to hear from you.

TLR Hydraulics and MCE are proud Equal Opportunity Employers. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.