Hydraulic Systems Maintenance Technician

RESPONSIBILITIES: Diagnose, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems on aluminum extrusion presses, including pumps, valves, cylinders, accumulators, servo/proportional valves, and high-pressure lines.- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on extrusion presses, billet heaters, die ovens, run-out tables, stretchers, saws, and related equipment to minimize unplanned downtime.- Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical faults using schematics, manuals, and diagnostic tools; drive root-cause analysis on recurring failures.- Rebuild and calibrate hydraulic pumps, cylinders, and valve assemblies; maintain proper fluid cleanliness, filtration, and system pressure specs.- Respond quickly to press-down and line-down calls, working safely under time pressure to restore production.- Read and interpret hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical schematics/blueprints to support repairs and equipment upgrades.- Support installation, alignment, and startup of new or rebuilt equipment.- Partner with production teams to improve equipment reliability and extrusion press uptime.- Follow all plant safety, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and environmental procedures without exception.

SKILLS: Forklift and/or overhead crane certification a plus.- Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently under pressure during downtime events.- Willingness to work overtime - High school diploma or equivalent; technical/trade school certification in industrial maintenance or hydraulics a plus.

QUALIFICATIONS: 3+ years of industrial maintenance experience with a concentration in hydraulic systems; aluminum extrusion or heavy press experience preferred.- Solid working knowledge of high-pressure hydraulic circuits, pumps, valves, and cylinders, plus proficiency in basic mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting.- Ability to read hydraulic and electrical schematics and technical manuals.- Experience with press-related equipment such as extrusion presses, stretchers, saws, handling systems, ovens, or similar heavy industrial machinery.- Comfortable with the use of precision tools, hand and power tools, and standard diagnostic equipment (pressure gauges, multimeters, etc.).\nCompany

Description: Spherion Staffing is staffing and recruiting firm, with a national network of agencies that leverages the power of local connections for job seekers and employers.

Company Description: Spherion Staffing is staffing and recruiting firm, with a national network of agencies that leverages the power of local connections for job seekers and employers.