Price Engineering, a SunSource company, specializes in engineered custom products and solutions through engineering resource management, research, planning and development in the areas of hydraulics, pneumatics, automation and electrical systems. www.priceeng.com
The Fluid Power Assembly Technician (FPAT) responsibilities include assembly of hydraulic power units, test stands, hydraulic manifolds, and pneumatic manifolds and pneumatic panels. The FPAT is required to assemble, paint, and test the projects that they are assigned must use his/her own tools in the project construction. The FPAT will be required to fabricate and weld bracketry to mount components, therefore requiring good fabrication and layout skills so system components are placed logically and where they would be accessible for maintenance purposes. In addition, the FPAT will size, bend, and flare hydraulic tubing. Employee must also be able to troubleshoot fluid power circuits. Position requires a positive attitude, team player, and customer focused attributes.
Essential Functions
- Construction of hydraulic systems
- Assembly of hydraulic tanks and manifolds
- Testing of assembled hydraulic tanks and manifolds
- Assembly of various fluid power components, electrical components, and mechanical components
- Read schematics/diagrams/blueprints
- Welding, fabrication, tube bending
- Hose assembly
- Use hand/power tools and machining equipment (i.e. drill press, mill, lathe, etc.)
- Pneumatic paint spraying
- Hydraulic test equipment and test stand operation
- Troubleshoot circuits
- Forklift operation
- Work Environment: Climate controlled shop environment
Experience, Education and Skills
- Experience, Education and Skills:
- High school degree, GED, or equivalent required
- AAS in mechanical field a plus
- Ongoing willingness to continue educational learning/training
- Experience working with power tools and hand tools
- MIG welding
- Hydraulic tube bending and fabrication
- Forklift Operator
- Good mechanical aptitude a must
- Logical problem-solving and analytical ability
- Strong interpersonal and both written and oral communication skills
- Motivated self-starter with the ability to organize, prioritize, and schedule work assignments is required.
- Sound judgment and decision-making ability
- Demonstrates integrity and ethical standards
- Maintains a professional demeanor at all times
- Team player who works productively with wide range of people
- Physical Demands: Lifting up to 35 lbs., bending, assembly, installation & troubleshooting efforts of fluid power systems
