Hydraulic Mechanic

Paramount Extrusions Company is a high-end, tight tolerance aluminum extrusion specialist known for pushing boundaries and shaping the exceptional. Our attention to precision and relentless commitment to customer success allows us to transform the most intricate concepts into reality. With world‑class expertise and our unique indirect extrusion process, Paramount enables customers to achieve their boldest ideas more cost‑effectively and efficiently. From design to extrusion, and fabrication to finishing, our turnkey suite of solutions caters to the needs of any project.

With skills forged by 70 years of crafting profiles that defy convention, our focus goes beyond the technical aspects of extrusion to the application’s ultimate success.

Paramount Extrusions is seeking a skilled and detail‑oriented Hydraulic Systems Mechanic to join our Maintenance & Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of hydraulic systems across our extrusion manufacturing facility. This includes diagnosing faults, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and repairing hydraulic machinery to minimize downtime and maximize production efficiency.

You will work closely with engineers, operators, and fellow technicians to uphold the highest standards of safety and system performance.

• Conduct routine inspections of hydraulic systems to identify and prevent potential issues before they cause downtime
• Utilize schematics, blueprints, technical manuals, and hydraulic circuit diagrams to diagnose faults
• Employ computer‑aided diagnostic analysis equipment to test and evaluate hydraulic system performance
• Perform risk assessments prior to commencing significant repair or installation projects

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance including fluid changes, filter replacements, and system calibrations
• Repair or replace faulty hydraulic components such as pumps, valves, cylinders, and hoses
• Detect and resolve leaks using appropriate solutions to prevent fluid loss and system degradation
• Calibrate hydraulic instruments and gauges to ensure accurate readings and reliable operation
• Respond to emergency repair calls and conduct on‑site troubleshooting as required
• Install new hydraulic systems and components per engineering specifications and blueprints
• Test repaired or newly installed systems to verify optimal pressure, flow rates, and overall performance
• Operate hydraulic systems to determine and adjust pressure and flow parameters to peak operating levels
• Fabricate or modify custom parts as needed to meet specific system application requirements

• Implement and maintain preventive maintenance programs to extend the life cycle of hydraulic equipment
• Assist in establishing and maintaining maintenance schedules for all hydraulic systems in the facility
• Manage spare parts inventory and proactively order supplies to prevent production interruptions
• Stay current with emerging hydraulic technologies and best practices in the field

• Maintain complete and accurate records of all maintenance, repairs, and system modifications
• Ensure all work activities comply with industry standards, OSHA regulations, and company safety policies
• Attend safety meetings and actively contribute to the development of workplace safety procedures
• Perform routine welding and machining tasks as required in support of hydraulic system repairs
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to continuously improve system design and operational effectiveness
• Mentor and train junior technicians and apprentices on hydraulic maintenance methods and safety procedures
• Provide technical guidance and operational support to equipment operators

• Deep knowledge of hydraulic principles, fluid types, and system components (pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses)
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and specialized hydraulic testing and diagnostic equipment
• Ability to read and interpret hydraulic schematics, circuit diagrams, and technical manuals
• Familiarity with related systems…