Build Your Career with Phoenix Hydraulics

Phoenix Hydraulics Ltd. is looking for a skilled and dependable machinist to join our growing hydraulic repair and manufacturing team in Burnaby, British Columbia.

Lathe Machinist – Hydraulic Cylinder Manufacturing & Rebuilding

We are seeking an experienced manual lathe machinist with practical knowledge of manufacturing, repairing, and rebuilding hydraulic cylinders. The successful candidate will be comfortable working from measurements and technical drawings while maintaining close tolerances and a high standard of workmanship.

Compensation

Expected wage range: C$35–C$45 per hour. The offered rate will depend on relevant experience, demonstrated skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate manual lathes and other machine-shop equipment safely and accurately.
  • Manufacture and repair hydraulic cylinder rods, barrels, pistons, glands, bushings, and related components.
  • Inspect worn or damaged components and machine replacement parts to specification.
  • Perform turning, facing, boring, threading, drilling, and related machining operations.
  • Read technical drawings and work accurately within required tolerances.
  • Use micrometers, vernier calipers, bore gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.
  • Work closely with hydraulic technicians throughout the cylinder rebuilding process.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience operating manual lathes.
  • Experience manufacturing, repairing, or rebuilding hydraulic cylinders is required.
  • Strong understanding of machining materials, fits, threads, tolerances, and surface finishes.
  • Ability to read technical drawings and accurately measure components.
  • Strong attention to quality, accuracy, and workplace safety.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Location

Phoenix Hydraulics Ltd.
Unit 5, 7315 Meadow Avenue
Burnaby, BC V5J 4Z2

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How to Apply

Please email your résumé along with a brief description of your hydraulic-cylinder machining experience to service@phoenixhydraulicsltd.com.