Hydraulic Operator Job Description Sample

Primary Location:

York, United States

Function: Engineering

Job Category: Engineering

Engineering Co-op, Hydraulic - American Hydro Corporation

We are currently looking for an Engineering Co-Op who will work for about 4 months with the Mechanical Engineering team at American Hydro, located in York, PA. Student must be currently enrolled in a degreed undergraduate program at a Regionally Accredited college or university with at least 2 years of schooling complete. This isn't your typical co-op, and we aren't your typical team. Learn about an exciting industry that has a rich history in the York area and be a part of a team who is looking to bring new ideas to improve an "old-school" energy source.

Accountabilities:

• Assists the Hydraulic and Mechanical engineering departments

• Introduced to engineering standards & practices and learn about the hydro turbine components designed and manufactured at American Hydro

• Trained in our current CAD software and will create drawings as directed

• Additional advanced software training may be provided to experienced trainees to include structural finite element analysis and computational fluid dynamics

• Willingness and capacity to learn and adapt

• Accuracy in drawings and calculations

• Speed of correct completion of tasks assigned

Main Responsibilities:

• Practice Mechanical Engineering skills as needed to assist in project design development. Must recognize limitation gaps in education/experience and consult freely with appropriate supervisor to efficiently complete assigned tasks while learning the job function

• Perform data reduction and prepare tabular/graphical presentations

• Become proficient in use of company design/analysis software and interpretation of the results

• Exercise communication skills in report writing and proposal development

• Assist in assembly of company's technical documents (example: Operations & Maintenance manuals, proposals, model test reports, engineering reports, etc.)

• Assist field engineers/shop personnel to collect machine data, complete check sheets, perform hardware inspections, index testing, etc

Successful candidate must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship, and must be in the immediate York, PA area (or be able to relocate at their own expense). American Hydro (A Wartsila Company) is an AAP/EOE Employer. We welcome all applications through our online application system.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in smart technologies and complete lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. By emphasising sustainable innovation, total efficiency and data analytics, Wärtsilä maximises the environmental and economic performance of the vessels and power plants of its customers. In 2017, Wärtsilä's net sales totalled EUR 4.9 billion with approximately 18,000 employees. The company has operations in over 200 locations in more than 80 countries around the world. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Find out more at www.wartsila.com

Job Description:
Responsibilities Include:

• Fluid system development defining the fluid circuits to support hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis system
• Provide engineering expertise in cross functional teams conceiving, evaluating and developing new white space opportunities
• Develop solid understanding of targeted therapies and clinical applications
• Ensure that device concepts and development plans meets targeted clinical application through systematic conversion of product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Lead, coordinate, execute, and document system analysis and design activities, including but not limited to security, safety, reliability, risk, usability and interface management
• Establish and advocate for best practices and continuous improvement to mature the Systems Engineering knowledge and processes (CoE)
  Generate and approve requirements and specifications for all aspects of product concept; ensure that all systems are developed in harmony and support each other
• Establish system verification and validation plan(s)
• Plan and execute system level validation through pre-clinical evaluation.
• Apply established SOP's, and/or develop new processes as needed, to ensure that newly developed devices meet established requirements and, where necessary, are approvable under applicable regulatory requirements
• Assess system performance during the development process and provide feedback to these teams
• Identify, and lead collaborations with internal and external engineering groups
• Collaborate with quality and regulatory colleagues to ensure compliance
• Participate in the identification and resolution of complex system issues through interfacing with engineers representing other components
• Design, simulate and construct prototype devices for animal and human studies
• Collect, analyze, and model design inputs (voice of the customer, voice of the business, etc.) and transform them into high quality stakeholder and system requirements
• Provide engineering review on current research projects, device concepts and data.
• Propose and champion new device concepts

Must Have: Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in a technical/engineering discipline; or
• 6+ years of experience with a Master’s Degree in a technical/engineering discipline; or
• 4+ years of experience with a PhD in a technical/engineering discipline
• Development of fluid circuits using pumps, valves, and sensor
• Solid understanding of fluid circuit control systems

Nice to Have

• Significant breadth of knowledge in Quality, project planning, technical expertise, and all areas of product development.
• Knowledge of dialysis device operation
• Knowledge of FDA regulations and TÜV requirements
• Knowledge of Medtronic engineering resources/groups and track record of collaboration.

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible to facilitate outstanding customer service by building hydraulic and industrial hose assemblies in a fast paced, customer service driven business. This individual must have the ability to prioritize time wisely, handle stress well, and be proficient at determining the processes necessary to complete all tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Build hose assemblies for customers and stock in accordance with policy and procedures.

• Must be able to identify various types of fittings and hose and be able to offer replacement options for our customers.

• Design and estimate custom hose assemblies based on customer needs and application.

• Create sales orders in order to provide a customer invoice for hose purchases.

• Adhere to good housekeeping and Contamination Control Standards.

• Maintain tooling and equipment in the hose room.

• Serves as a backup to the parts warehouse as needed.

• Performs daily bin and physical inventory counts.

• Pulls and packages parts to fill customer orders in a timely fashion.

• Delivers and provides pickup of parts, cylinders and components for service repairs when needed.

• Receives shipments. Identifies parts from shipments. Places parts in proper bin location.

• Bands and prepares packages and pallets for shipping.

• Performs daily safety inspections and maintains safety logs of mobile equipment.

• Follows assigned work schedule with consistent attendance/punctuality.

• Adhere to all customer care standards.

• Actively care and advocate safety at Western States. Adhere to all applicable safety policies, procedures and standards.

• May accomplish training and serve as a team member in support of Western States' strategic programs, projects, and initiatives.

• Work within and promote corporate vision, mission, and values of the organization.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

RequirementsKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Ability to operate a forklift.

• Ability to obtain forklift operators certification.

• Ability to learn and use computer systems for time entry, personnel data, e-mail, and basic dealer systems operational functions.

• Ability to work overtime and on call.

• Consistent attendance and punctuality.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proof of high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).

• Minimum 2 years' experience, or 2 year as a Western States combined warehouse and/or delivery driver, or 4 years non-CAT warehouse experience required.

• Previous experience in hose production or warehouse is preferred.

• Mechanically inclined with a general understanding of machinery and hand tools.

• Proof of driver's license and acceptable driving record.

• Must be able to communicate (speak, read, comprehend, write in English).

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time along with walking, standing, climbing stairs, reaching, pushing, pulling, leaning and twisting.

• Able to lift up to 60 lbs. in accordance with Western States' Lifting Safe Work Practice to include amount and approach.

• Must be able to meet all safety requirements for applicable safety policies.

• Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

• Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

• The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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We have a new and exciting job opportunity working as a Mobile Hydraulic Technician in Denver, CO. For more than 35 years, they have been industry leaders in mobile repair services for hydraulics, industrial hoses, and fittings.

Field Service Hydraulic Mechanics will be outfitted with a well-stocked service truck that they will be permitted to take home plus, a gas card is provided. This position has a very attractive commission structure where there is no cap on earnings with the potential to earn over $100,000 per year.

Technicians will be responsible for the sales and service of Hydraulic Hoses. Mechanics will be dispatched to customer sites, where they will be responsible for selling hoses as well as installing and repairing hoses.

While not on a specific job, technicians will be responsible for Business Development by visiting current and potential customers sites. Technicians must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record to obtain this role.

$50,000 - $75,000/year. This is a base salary plus commission role with average total compensation between $50,000 - $75,000/year. There is NO CAP on earnings, with some technicians earning $100,000+ per year. Comprehensive benefits package available after 60 days that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, EAP, Life insurance, Matching 401K after 90 days, Boot Allowance, and PTO (Holidays and Vacation).
Days, must be flexible to work nights and weekends as needed. There is an on-call component to this job, while on-call technicians are paid 50% of the bill rate (approximately $50/hour).
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Job Title: Design Engineer Hydraulic Hose Routing

• Direct Hire / Full Time / Perm

Job Location: Minneapolis, MN

Job Type: Full Time / Perm / Direct Hire + Benefits

Job Description:

Job Duties/Requirements may include, but are not limited to:

3-4 years of overall experience desired
5+ years of experience required if candidate has no degree.
Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics required.
Knowledge of engineering processes, drawing standards and specifications required.
Knowledge and experience with problem solving analysis - determining root cause, troubleshooting, concept generation, etc required.
CAD experience required, Creo is preferred.
Previous test or product development experience is desired but not required.
Experience with Creo Simulate (Pro/Mechanica) desired. Differentiating factor:
Experience with fluid lines inside of Creo or past installation experience.
Any hands on experience with SAE formula, mini Baja or a hyper mileage vehicle.

Skills:
Design Engineer Hydraulic Hose Routing

• Direct Hire / Full Time / Perm
  Permanent
  PERM

We have a new and exciting job opportunity working as a Mobile Hydraulic Technician in Kent, WA. For more than 35 years, they have been industry leaders in mobile repair services for hydraulics, industrial hoses, and fittings.

Field Service Hydraulic Mechanics will be outfitted with a well-stocked service truck that they will be permitted to take home plus, a gas card is provided. This position has a very attractive commission structure where there is no cap on earnings with the potential to earn over $100,000 per year.

Technicians will be responsible for the sales and service of Hydraulic Hoses. Mechanics will be dispatched to customer sites, where they will be responsible for selling hoses as well as installing and repairing hoses.

While not on a specific job, technicians will be responsible for Business Development by visiting current and potential customers sites. Technicians must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record to obtain this role.

$50,000 - $75,000/year. This is a base salary plus commission role with average total compensation between $50,000 - $75,000/year. There is NO CAP on earnings, with some technicians earning $100,000+ per year. Comprehensive benefits package available after 60 days that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, EAP, Life insurance, Matching 401K after 90 days, Boot Allowance, and PTO (Holidays and Vacation).
Days, must be flexible to work nights and weekends as needed. There is an on-call component to this job, while on-call technicians are paid 50% of the bill rate (approximately $50/hour).
Direct Hire

About Us

Gerdau is the leading company in the production of long steel in the Americas and one of the major suppliers of specialty long steel in the world. With more than 45,000 employees, Gerdau has an installed capacity of more than 25 million metric tons of steel and it is the largest recycler in Latin America, and around the world, it transforms millions of metric tons of scrap into steel every year.

Gerdau Long Steel North America is a leader in mini-mill steel production and steel recycling in North America, with an annual manufacturing capacity of approximately 10 million metric tons of mill finished steel products. Through a vertically integrated network of mini-mills, scrap recycling facilities and downstream operations, the company serves customers throughout the U.S. and Canada, offering a diverse and balanced product mix of merchant steel, rebar, structural shapes, fabricated steel, flat rolled steel and wire rod.

Gerdau Special Steel North America is an engineered bar producer headquartered in Jackson, Michigan with world-class steel manufacturing mills in Jackson, Michigan, Monroe Michigan, and Fort Smith, Arkansas, and metal processing facilities in Huntington, Indiana, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, Lansing, Michigan, Canton, Ohio, and North Vernon, Indiana.

With engineered steel bar producing capabilities in North America, Europe, Brazil, and soon to be India, the Gerdau Special Steel group is the largest supplier of SBQ engineered steel bars to the global automotive and heavy truck industries.

Job Description

Primary Function: To Inspect, repair, replace, install, adjust, maintain, diagnose trouble, perform all kinds of welding, brazing, and cutting on any type of metal using gas and electrical welding equipment, on all mechanical pneumatic or hydraulic equipment in the plant. To fill out any and all reports required for proper record keeping.

Tools and Equipment: Drill press, power saw, chain pull, various types of gas and electric welding and burning equipment, cleaning tools, shields, safety equipment, welding fixtures, hand tools, miscellaneous machines, hoists, scaffolds, measuring devices, flaring tools and special tools for hydraulic repairs, forklifts, maintenance truck inside of plant, JLG's, work orders, delay forms, radio, overhead or pendant controlled cranes.

Materials: Plant mechanical equipment, repair parts, lubricants, hardware, packing, miscellaneous stores materials, hydraulic equipment, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic fluids, test equipment, meters, gauges, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, welding rod, flux, gas, report forms, blue prints, instruction manuals, work orders, delay and equipment history forms.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is regularly exposed high levels of radiant heat. The employee has possible exposure to sparks or molten metal splash. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud enough that hearing protection will be required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Receives instructions covering scheduled and emergency repairs, installation and inspection work to be done.

• Inspects plant equipment for defects, such as misalignment, wear, insufficient lubrications, etc. Determines the best way of making repairs to minimize interruption of production. Advises when immediate shut-down of equipment is necessary to minimize damage or when temporarily continued operation will have no harmful effect.

• Dismantles, cleans, repairs, replaces, installs, maintains, assembles, hydraulics, lubricates, on plant equipment and cranes.

• Assembles and aligns pumps, gears, bearings, and shafts, involving press, sliding and running fits in equipment.

• Adjust equipment for proper operating characteristics, making either temporary or permanent repairs.

• Set up scaffolds and perform all rigging as necessary.

• Operates machine tools such as drill press, pipe threading machine, power tools, etc.

• Performs pipefitting and other repairs on hydraulic, pneumatic and lubrication lines as required and fabricates hose assemblies.

• Performs all mechanical repairs as required on cranes. Operates cranes as needed during maintenance and repairs.

• Lays out, installs, maintains and repairs all types of pipe lines, fittings, fixtures and pressure systems as required.

• Writes purchase orders for materials needed.

• Rebuilds assemblies for spares or future use.

• Designs alterations to existing equipment and systems.

• Performs minor electrical work required in the servicing, installation and repair of directional valves, solenoids, etc.

• Reads, understands hydraulic schematics drawings and makes sketches if necessary for repairs or installation.

• Repairs valves, cylinders, pumps, compressors, blowers, etc.

• Complete necessary reports on preventative maintenance and the equipment inspection checklists and daily activity work list.

• Interprets drawings and sketches. Plans details of working procedure and tools and selects materials in accordance with suitability for the job.

• Does all welding necessary to complete the job assignment.

• Cleans and prepares surfaces to be welded as required. Sets up, assembles, and takes weld parts constructing special fixtures as needed. Performs gas and electric welding in all positions (down-hand, vertical, overhead, etc). Makes any type and size weld, such as "V", lay, butt, etc., preheating parts as required.

• Builds up work or defective surfaces. Cleans grinds and flame anneals parts and welded joints as required. Uses burning equipment to dismantle assemblies and to cut materials to size and shape. Performs brazing and required. Uses welding machines for carbon arc burning.

• Performs work requiring a working knowledge of the welding properties of various types of metals, welding rods, welding heats, stress relief, allowance for fit-up and machining, and the effect of shrinkage, warpage, and expansion.

• Performs welding on pipes that must withstand high pressure.

• Exercises all safety precautions, and makes provisions for handling materials and equipment to and from job site.

• Works in shop and field.

• Observes good housekeeping and safety on job site, maintenance shop, or plant property.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

The Individual

• High school diploma / GED required or Associates degree preferred

• 2 years or more of related work experience as described above preferably in a manufacturing setting. Must be able to work 8 hour rotating shift. Must follow all safety requirements.

• Working at heights of 100 feet or more.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out multi-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.

Salary & Benefits

• Medical and Prescription

• Dental

• Vision

• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)

• 401K

• Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance

• Health Advocate Services

• Employee Assistance Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Application Process

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866) 788-2798 or email:recruiting@gerdau.com.

Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

Weatherford is one of the largest multinational oilfield service companies providing innovative solutions, technology and services to the oil and gas industry. The Company operates in over 90 countries and has a network of approximately 1,000 locations, including manufacturing, service, research and development, and training facilities and employs approximately 29,500 people. For more information, visit www.weatherford.com and connect with Weatherford on LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.

Weatherford delivers innovative technologies and services designed to meet the world's current and future energy needs in a safe, ethical, and sustainable manner. Grounded by our core values and inspired by our world-class people, we are committed to being a trusted business partner to those we serve.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Provide testing, repairs, and routine servicing on equipment in the shop and the field. In addition, help generate business to increase revenues through sales of Weatherford products and services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Test and maintain equipment in the shop and in the field.

Provide onsite labor when needed.

Perform maintenance and repairs on company owned and rental equipment in the field.

Perform time, cost, and labor estimates for completion of job assignments. Prepare accurate field service tickets / job reports and other administrative forms as required

Install and/or remove equipment in accordance with applicable technical procedures

Recommend measures to improve methods, performance, and quality to increase efficiency.

Accurate and thorough completion of job reports in a timely basis.

Assist in the shop and make deliveries when available.

Supervise workers in testing, tuning, and adjusting equipment to obtain optimum operating performance.

Know and understand Weatherford Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures and Workplace Instructions.

Must understand and comply with all safety rules and company policies of Weatherford.

Work assignments carried out to the highest quality level.

Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by supervisor within the physical constraints of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS
3-5 years related experience in equipment repair and maintenance experience preferred

Strong product knowledge

Strong mechanical ability

Self-motivator, self-starter

Good communication skills

The physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations.

Preferred:

Experience in Hydraulic jet pump systems, triplex pumps, pump jacks, conventional pumping units

POSITION SPECIFIC DETAILS

Weatherford offers competitive compensation and benefits upon hire; including paid vacation to start, matching 401K program, comprehensive benefits program, and employee stock purchase program (ESPP) and opportunities for on-going training and career development. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – Priority Referral Requested

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer Females/ Minorities/ Veterans/Disabled and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Kennedy/Jenks Consultants provides engineering and scientific solutions for innovative water and environmental projects since 1919. We deliver exceptional service and highly qualified professional staff to solve the unique challenges of public agencies and private industry clients across the United States.

We are currently seeking a Hydraulic Modeler/Master Planner to work on water distribution and wastewater collection system hydraulic modeling, master planning, and related water conservation and water resources projects. This position may be located in any of our Southern California offices.

What you will need:

• At least five years of experience and expertise in water distribution and wastewater collection system hydraulic modeling, master planning, and related water conservation and water resources projects

• BS or MS in civil engineering

• Professional Engineer registration

• GIS experience

As an employee-owned firm, Kennedy/Jenks offers a unique company culture with a corporate commitment to a maintaining a positive work/life experience. Kennedy/Jenks Consultants provides an excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Kennedy/Jenks is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, citizenship status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.