Job Description

Overview

The Hydraulic Technician is responsible for assembling, fabricating, and testing hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power systems, manifold assemblies, and related mechanical components. This role requires proficiency in welding, mechanical assembly, and system integration in a dynamic, prototype-driven environment.

Responsibilities

  • Interpret and follow engineering drawings, schematics, bills of material, and work instructions for unit assembly.
  • Collaborate with engineers to ensure accurate layout and configuration of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Assemble hydraulic power units, including pump/motor groups, valve assemblies, reservoir accessories, and related components.
  • Assemble pneumatic systems, ensuring proper integration of valves, actuators, and control elements.
  • Fabricate and weld mounts, ports, brackets, and stands to support system components.
  • Conduct functional testing of assembled units and verify compliance with quality standards.
  • Provide feedback to the design team regarding assembly processes and suggest improvements.
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
  • Train and mentor team members in assembly techniques and best practices.
  • Promote a collaborative and respectful team environment.
  • Adhere to company policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Requirements

  • Education equivalent to High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • Associates Degree or combined equivalent education in a Technical Field or Industrial Training Program is desired.
  • A minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in the production of Hydraulic and/or Pneumatic Components.
  • Experience in an ISO9001 environment preferred.
  • Proficient in general welding techniques, including MIG and TIG welding.
  • Familiarity with industrial and manufacturing engineering principles.
  • Experience working in a cell manufacturing environment with just-in-time (JIT) production methods is a plus.
  • Ability to safely operate material handling equipment.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude; skilled in using hand tools and understanding mechanical hardware.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills for team collaboration.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering schematics, technical drawings, and assembly instructions.
  • Self-motivated and goal-oriented; capable of working independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong work ethic with a focus on achieving high standards of excellence.

Additional Information

  • The work is physically demanding at times requiring heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Work outside normal business hours may be required.

How this job compares in Farmers Branch, TX

Pay in context

This employer didn't publish a rate. For reference, welding jobs across Texas currently run a median of $28/hr in our index, with the middle half of them falling between $23–$35/hr across 423 postings with published pay. That median is a reasonable floor to anchor on when a recruiter asks what you're looking for.

The local market in Farmers Branch, TX

Farmers Branch, TX is a small market in our index: 1 other active welding opening alongside this one, from 1 employer. Across Texas as a whole we're tracking 1,256 other active welding openings from 561 employers. With this few local postings, most welders here end up either commuting or looking at travel work. Browse welding jobs across Texas.

The most active employers in Texas at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Austin Industries (34), Welding Shop in Austin, TX (27), and Zachry Group (23). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Texas, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Pasadena at $36/hr, Dallas at $35/hr, and Midlothian at $35/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

What you'll be running

This posting calls for MIG and TIG work. MIG (GMAW) feeds a continuous wire electrode through a shielding-gas nozzle. It lays down metal fast and is forgiving on clean material, which is why it dominates production and light fabrication work. TIG (GTAW) uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode with filler added by hand, giving the operator the most control of any process. It is slow, demanding, and the standard for stainless, aluminum, and anything where the bead has to look as good as it holds.

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