Demo

Technician

Applied Fluid Power
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/30/2026
Position Summary

Assemble, disassemble, and repair pumps, motors, cylinders, and valves. Diagnose problems and identify parts needed to repair. Test all items, perform work in both shop and field environment.

Essential Functions

  • Repairs pumps, motors, cylinders, and valves.
  • Tear down pumps, motors, cylinders, and valves for repair. Identify parts needed to repair.
  • Build new pumps, motors, cylinders, and valves.
  • Assist in machine shop as needed.
  • Test completed pumps, motors, valves, and cylinders according to written procedures.
  • Clean, lubricate, adjust parts, equipment, and machinery.
  • Record parts and materials needed and request new parts and materials, as necessary.
  • Maintain a neat and orderly shop.
  • Hone/repair barrels.
  • Help with the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and controls.
  • Maintain test stands and equipment in accordance with ISO procedures.
  • Know, understand, and abide by environmental policies.
  • Weld as needed.

Position Qualifications- Skills And Abilities

Experience should demonstrate proficiencies in the following areas:

  • Hands on mechanical aptitude.
  • Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a task.
  • Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
  • Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
  • Ability to make decisions while following company procedures.
  • Keep management informed of work and backlog.
  • Ability to use cranes, and other heavy and light machines, and equipment.

Education

  • High School Graduate or GED/Vocational School

Experience

  • Three years mechanic experience, hydraulic experience preferred.

Skills Taught After Hire As Needed

ISO Training, Safety Training, Product Training, Maintenance, Quality Training, Forklift Training, Cylinder Repair, Honing, Lathe Operation, Test Stand Operation, Drill Press Operation, Vertical Mill Operation

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Salary.com Estimation for Technician in Houston, TX
$59,191 to $73,468
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Technician?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Technician career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$52,548 - $64,575
Income Estimation: 
$50,114 - $62,193
Income Estimation: 
$42,472 - $54,954
Income Estimation: 
$53,290 - $69,188
Income Estimation: 
$61,853 - $80,766
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Applied Fluid Power

  • Applied Fluid Power Boise, ID
  • As the world’s largest fluid power distributor, Applied Industrial Technologies® and the Applied Fluid Power® network of companies provide dedicated fluid ... more
  • 17 Days Ago

  • Applied Fluid Power Tulsa, OK
  • We are looking for an outside seller to help take us to the next level. If you’ve got what it takes, we’d love to talk with you. In our role, you will sell... more
  • 17 Days Ago

  • Applied Fluid Power Indianapolis, IN
  • Sentinel Fluid Controls is part of the world’s largest fluid power technical distributor, Applied Fluid Power. Our network of 20 fluid power companies is c... more
  • 17 Days Ago

  • Applied Fluid Power Miami, FL
  • Position Summary Drive the sale of fluid power products and services to existing and new customers. Work requires substantial product knowledge in hydrauli... more
  • 17 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Technician jobs in the Houston, TX area that may be a better fit.

  • Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) Baytown, TX
  • Community Kia in Baytown, TX, is seeking Military Veterans with mechanical experience who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Automotive S... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) Conroe, TX
  • Cowboy Kia in Conroe, TX is seeking Military Veterans with mechanical experience who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Automotive Servic... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!