Night Hydraulic Assembler/Mechanic — $3,000 Sign-On

Plasser American Corp; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $3000

80 hours PTO first year

10 paid holidays

401(k) matching up to 6%

Merit bonus potential

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance after 90 days

Life insurance 2x salary

Company events

Medical and dental coverage Day 1

Job summary

Plasser American Corp in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Night Shift Hydraulic Assembler/Mechanic to support high‑quality railway equipment assembly. The role focuses on fabricating, installing hydraulic hose assemblies, and following blueprints to ensure accurate hose connections in a team environment.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or higher, with 2–5 years hydraulic experience and the ability to read schematics for layout and installation. A strong safety mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; two-year technical training or college preferred.
• Experience reading hydraulic schematics and blueprints.
• 2–5 years of hydraulic system experience.
• Able to read diagrams and perform precise measurements.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, fabricate and install hydraulic hose.
• Install hose clamps and hardware using hand and power tools.
• Connect hoses to components.
• Assist in layout and installation of hardware per specs.
• Follow diagrams or blueprints ensuring proper hose connections.
• Ensure hose protection/clearance where required.
• Assist in fixing leaks and repairing faulty components.

Skills

Read hydraulic schematics

Hydraulic experience

Blueprint reading

Team player

Education

High School diploma

Two-year college degree or technical certificate

Two years related experience

Job description

Plasser American Corp in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Night Shift Hydraulic Assembler/Mechanic to support high‑quality railway equipment assembly. The role focuses on fabricating, installing hydraulic hose assemblies, and following blueprints to ensure accurate hose connections in a team environment.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or higher, with 2–5 years hydraulic experience and the ability to read schematics for layout and installation. A strong safety mindset is essential.