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Berendsen Fluid Power

Inside Sales Manager

Orange, CA · On-site

Inside Sales Manager Orange, CA Berendsen Fluid Power is one of North America's largest distributors of hydraulic and pneumatic products and services. We have one of the largest dedicated field sales ...

Berendsen Fluid Power

Inside Sales Manager

Orange, CA · On-site

Inside Sales Manager Orange, CA Berendsen Fluid Power is one of North America's largest distributors of hydraulic and pneumatic products and services. We have one of the largest dedicated field sales ...

SHUR-CO

Director of Engineering

Menifee, CA · On-site

PTOs, pumps, cylinders, valves, manifolds, motors, and related fluid power components. * Translate customer, market, and business requirements into innovative, reliable, manufacturable product ...

Berendsen Fluid Power

Hydraulic Mechanic

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$21.25 - $29.25/hr

Berendsen Fluid Power is one of North America's largest distributors of hydraulic and pneumatic products and services. We have one of the largest dedicated field sales forces in both the hydraulic ...

Berendsen Fluid Power

Hydraulic Mechanic

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$21.25 - $29.25/hr

Berendsen Fluid Power is one of North America's largest distributors of hydraulic and pneumatic products and services. We have one of the largest dedicated field sales forces in both the hydraulic ...

Gates

District Sales Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$75K - $105K/yr

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer ...

Gates Corporation

District Sales Manager

Los Angeles, CA

$75K - $105K/yr

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for fluid power in California is $24.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $27.98 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a fluid power?

A Fluid Power job involves working with hydraulic and pneumatic systems to control and transmit power through fluids. Professionals in this field design, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair equipment like pumps, valves, cylinders, and actuators used in industries such as manufacturing, construction, and agriculture. Roles may include fluid power technicians, engineers, or sales specialists who ensure systems operate efficiently and safely.

What are the typical responsibilities of a fluid power professional?

Fluid Power professionals typically spend their week designing, assembling, troubleshooting, and maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in manufacturing, construction, or industrial automation. This often involves interpreting technical drawings, conducting system diagnostics, repairing faulty components, and collaborating with engineers or production teams to optimize equipment performance. In addition, you may participate in preventative maintenance routines and document repairs or modifications to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Being adaptable and detail-oriented is important, as project priorities can shift based on production needs or urgent repairs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the fluid power position?

To excel in the field of Fluid Power, you need a strong understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems, mechanical troubleshooting, and blueprint reading, often supported by relevant technical education or certification. Familiarity with software like AutoCAD, PLC programming, and industry certifications such as Fluid Power Certification (CFPS/CFPE) are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills help fluid power professionals stand out. These abilities ensure safe, efficient, and innovative solutions in designing, maintaining, and improving fluid power systems across various industries.

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Fluid Power Specialist

Applied Industrial Technologies

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Applied Industrial Technologies rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

271st of 421 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

As the world's largest fluid power distributor, Applied Industrial Technologies® and the Applied Fluid Power® network of companies provide dedicated fluid power support and custom designed solutions that meet customer performance goals and keep industry running. Additionally, Applied Industrial Technologies® and the Applied Fluid Power® network of companies has one of the largest teams of Certified Fluid Power Specialists, Certified Electronic Control Specialists and Certified Fluid Power Mechanics to assist with problem solving, system building, troubleshooting, and other custom requirements.
A Fluid Power MRO Specialist at Applied Industrial Technologies uses their knowledge of hydraulic/pneumatic fluid power solutions combined with basic customer management skills to define and offer technical solutions to customers. They spend the majority of their time as a business development partner with our team of Account Managers located in our US Service Centers playing the role of local, technical expert building relationships with existing and new customers throughout their assigned territory and growing our business. This key role has a direct impact on our customer's and Applied Industrial Technologies' business results.
Core Responsibilities:
  • Cooperatively create and execute an engagement plan with local US Service Center sales teams identifying and engaging high potential accounts in assigned region including local and strategic accounts to achieve sales and profit goals
  • Act as local, technical fluid power expert in assigned region including facilitating technical supplier interactions with internal sales teams and customers
  • Confer with customers, supplier representatives and internal resources to prepare and present fluid power solutions to both internal associates and customers in order to drive new business. This includes reviewing installed solutions, drawings, plans and other customer documents to prepare technical proposals involving products and services offered.
  • Conduct fluid power training for both internal associates and customers to increase knowledge of Fluid Power and demonstrate expertise and value
  • Develop professional working relationships with key supplier resources to help specify products and systems that will enhance customer performance
  • Coordinate projects with US Service Center personnel
  • Assist development of the Fluid Power collaborative knowledge base including applications, interchanges, case histories, Documented Value Added activities, market activities and competitor activities

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • 3+ years fluid power experience including practical applications (hydraulic and/or pneumatic)
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with a desire and passion to learn
  • Ability to read and understand technical drawings and system schematics
  • Ability to clearly communicate technical thoughts and solutions to multiple levels
  • Familiar with MS Office including remote collaboration tools (eg. video conferencing)
  • Strong written & verbal communication & English grammar skills
  • Ability to effectively work independently and as part of a team
  • Proven problem solving skills, ability to multi-task, time management skills, sense of urgency and a bias for action

Preferred:
  • Technical Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree or extensive fluid power application experience
  • International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) Certification
  • Customer interaction experience (eg. Sales or Customer Service)

Desired characteristics
  • Highly developed listening, questioning and effective negotiating skills
  • Ability and desire to quickly learn and leverage new products, industry trends, processes and systems

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.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

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