Salary Range
$25,000 to $100,000Overview
Fluid power technicians work with equipment that utilizes the pressure of a liquid or gas in a closed container to transmit, multiply, or control power. Working under the supervision of an engineer or engineering staff, they assemble, install, maintain, and test fluid power equipment. Fluid power is used in hundreds of applications including in agriculture, aerospace, automation construction, entertainment, green energy, health care, and robotics.
Minimum Education Level
Associate's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
About as Fast as the AveragePersonality Traits
Hands On
Problem-Solving
Technical
Career Ladder
Fluid Power Specialist or Fluid Power Consultant
Experienced Fluid Power Technician
Entry-Level Fluid Power Technician
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