IMI plc

We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science, and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Role Overview:

The Hydraulic Technician is responsible for the assembly, installation, testing, maintenance, and repair of hydraulic systems and related equipment. This role supports both in-house manufacturing and field service operations, ensuring that hydraulic power units, manifolds, piping, and associated components operate safely and efficiently. The technician will interpret technical drawings and schematics, perform troubleshooting and system diagnostics, and provide hands-on support during equipment commissioning and customer service activities. Success in this role requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.

Work Environment:

·       This position will work in both shop and field environments.

·       Travel required up to 70% of the time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assemble, install, and maintain electro-hydraulic systems including hydraulic power units, integrated manifolds, and high-pressure piping.
• Perform hydraulic system troubleshooting, repair, and testing to ensure proper operation.
• Support commissioning and start-up activities at customer sites.
• Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs on hydraulic equipment.
• Assist with hydraulic component selection and installation under guidance from engineering.
• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, bills of materials, and technical drawings.
• Provide hands-on support during manufacturing, purchasing, and shipping processes.
• Work with sales and engineering teams to resolve customer equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Follow company and industry safety standards during all work activities.
• Identify and report all safety observations.
• Other duties as assigned

Critical Competencies for Success:

• Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience with hydraulic systems, including assembly, repair, and troubleshooting.
• Technical degree, certification, or vocational training in hydraulics, mechanics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with hydraulic power units (HPUs), manifolds, valves, and piping preferred.
• Familiarity with electrical/electronic interfacing with hydraulic systems is a plus.
• Field service experience and willingness to travel for equipment commissioning and support is preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to work from schematics and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools, test equipment, and hydraulic diagnostic instruments.
• Good computer skills – Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members, engineers, and customers.
• Problem-solving mindset with strong troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to learn and apply new technical skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lens.
• The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.  
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate (office/cubicle environment with computers, fax machines and printers operating) to loud (manufacturing environment with large machinery operating).
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

Pay range: Minimum $65,000 - 85,000

Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs. 

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups 
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays 
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.  Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.  

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.