Cylinder Repair Technician - Fluid Power

Price Engineering is seeking a Cylinder Repair Technician to join our team and support the repair, rebuilding, testing, and troubleshooting of hydraulic cylinders and fluid power components. This is a hands-on role for a mechanically skilled individual who enjoys diagnosing problems, working with tools and equipment, and seeing a repair through from disassembly to final testing.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, experience with hand and power tools, and the ability to read hydraulic schematics, diagrams, and blueprints. You’ll work both independently and as part of a team in a climate-controlled shop environment, with opportunities for ongoing technical training and development.

Essential Functions

Disassemble, inspect, evaluate, repair, and rebuild hydraulic cylinders and fluid power components
Perform failure analysis and identify required replacement parts and repair needs
Use a variety of hand and power tools and machining equipment, including drill presses, lathes, polishing and honing equipment, and other shop machinery
Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, diagrams, and blueprints
Perform hydraulic testing and troubleshooting, including operation of flow meters, data acquisition equipment, multimeters, and precision measuring tools
Operate hydraulic test stands and test hydraulic systems to verify proper operation and performance
Troubleshoot hydraulic circuits and fluid power systems
Assemble and reassemble hydraulic components and cylinders
Prepare repair quotes using Microsoft Excel and Word
Communicate and send documentation using Microsoft Outlook
Perform pneumatic spray painting of repaired components
Operate a forklift and other material-handling equipment as needed
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe repair department
Follow established safety, quality, and repair procedures
Complete additional projects and responsibilities as assigned by management

Experience, Education and Skills

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
Mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills are required
Experience using hand tools and power tools in a mechanical, industrial, hydraulic, or manufacturing environment
Ability to read and understand schematics, diagrams, and blueprints
Experience with or willingness to learn hydraulic cylinder repair, rebuilding, and testing
Strong logical problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated with the ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments
Demonstrates sound judgment, integrity, and professional conduct
Forklift experience/certification preferred
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
Ability and willingness to continue technical education and training
Must provide basic personal hand tools; Price Engineering provides specialty tools specific to the job
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform bending, assembly, installation, and troubleshooting activities associated with fluid power systems

Training and Development

Price Engineering supports ongoing technical development. Based on business needs and individual development plans, the Cylinder Repair Technician may participate in training and certification programs such as:

• Enerpac Repair School
• Price Engineering internal technical training
• Eaton Systemic Contamination Control training
• Additional supplier training, seminars, and technical college courses as available