Careers
We are fluid power super heroes by day and hunters, garage mechanics, racers, wood workers, crafters, farmers, and Mom’s/Dad’s by night – driven to offer the best customer experience and inspired to be industry leaders. Our passion for life, work, and family is what fuels us to work hard every day and to work hard for a company that recognizes the importance of that balance. We brainstorm, build, test, repair and solve, not only fluid power parts and equipment, but customer relationships. Our roots run deep, our passion is contagious and our people are simply the best. Sound like your kind of career lifestyle? Join the family.
Account Manager
About the Role
Summary of Responsibilities:
The Account Manager is responsible for sales and margin growth as-well-as market penetration and market growth. Accountable for retention, development, customer satisfaction of both existing and new accounts, and for area coverage in a specified territory.
Job Duties Include:
- Increase sales of components, systems, and service capabilities within target accounts.
- Identify and develop new markets and customers.
- Must maintain good working relationship with Engineering, Purchasing, Management, and all aspects of the Customer.
- Follow the DFP Professional Sales Growth Program and apply the sales strategy for continued growth.
- Utilize the 5 stages of the sales process methodology to prospect, qualify, propose product/service plan, facilitate positive decisions, gain new accounts, and expand current accounts within the specified territory.
- Maintain and Utilize Key Tools; Pipeline, Open Order Reports, Driving Logs, etc.
- Recognize a need and promote DFP Division products and solutions to current and new customers.
- Follow-up on all account activities to insure order accuracy and timelines of completion to customer satisfactions. Apprise supervisor when involved with resolving critical customer satisfaction issues.
- Attend and participate in Vendor and DFP training and sales meetings.
- Maintaining accurate records of customer information, i.e., contacts, project files, competition, etc.
Skills/Qualifications: Experience in Fluid Power Sales, Fluid Power Certification Preferred (not required); Thorough Understanding of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems; Basic Product Knowledge of Pumps, Motors, Valves, and Filtration; Excellent Customer Service (people skills); Strong Communication Skills (written & verbal); Take Ownership of Responsibilities; Motivated and Function well Independently as-well-as within the Team; Manage Multiple Priorities in a Fast Paced Environment.
The Company reserves the right to revise and alter this job description as needed.
Account Manager
About the Role
Summary of Responsibilities:
The Account Manager is responsible for sales and margin growth as-well-as market penetration and market growth. Accountable for retention, development, customer satisfaction of both existing and new accounts, and for area coverage in a specified territory.
Job Duties Include:
- Increase sales of components, systems, and service capabilities within target accounts.
- Identify and develop new markets and customers.
- Must maintain good working relationship with Engineering, Purchasing, Management, and all aspects of the Customer.
- Follow the DFP Professional Sales Growth Program and apply the sales strategy for continued growth.
- Utilize the 5 stages of the sales process methodology to prospect, qualify, propose product/service plan, facilitate positive decisions, gain new accounts, and expand current accounts within the specified territory.
- Maintain and Utilize Key Tools; Pipeline, Open Order Reports, Driving Logs, etc.
- Recognize a need and promote DFP Division products and solutions to current and new customers.
- Follow-up on all account activities to insure order accuracy and timelines of completion to customer satisfactions. Apprise supervisor when involved with resolving critical customer satisfaction issues.
- Attend and participate in Vendor and DFP training and sales meetings.
- Maintaining accurate records of customer information, i.e., contacts, project files, competition, etc.
Skills/Qualifications: Experience in Fluid Power Sales, Fluid Power Certification Preferred (not required); Thorough Understanding of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems; Basic Product Knowledge of Pumps, Motors, Valves, and Filtration; Excellent Customer Service (people skills); Strong Communication Skills (written & verbal); Take Ownership of Responsibilities; Motivated and Function well Independently as-well-as within the Team; Manage Multiple Priorities in a Fast Paced Environment.
The Company reserves the right to revise and alter this job description as needed.
Customer Service Representative (Hydraulic Parts Counter Sales)
About the Role
Summary of Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility for the Customer Service Representative is to provide timely and professional customer service to Dakota Fluid Power customers while also supporting DFP Sales through effective communication and excellent organization and time management skills.
Job Duties Include:
- Responsible for assisting phone and walk-in customers, including inspection of worn or damaged/defective parts, determine replacement parts, troubleshoot and research products and prices to best fit application. Answer all customer inquiries quickly and accurately in a positive manner.
- Assist service customers, determine needs, and work closely with service department to facilitate seamless prompt and courteous customer service.
- Internal know-how; demonstrate broad understanding of DFP’s customer service functions, processes and tools and their impact on other DFP departments.
- Ability to generate quotes, process and enter orders, contact vendors, update records and track orders as necessary, process returns, navigate ERP (P21) system to interpret pricing structure and utilize support system. Interpret and ensure proper execution of standard operating procedures and policies.
- Manufacture hose assemblies, tubing, and other assemblies as needed.
- Support Account Managers and respond in a timely manner with price, availability, product specifications, order status and other information as required.
- Achieve productivity and sales goals.
- Multitask on multiple projects at once.
- Maintain clean organized work stations and showroom; replenish stock product as needed.
- Assist with mentoring and training of new hires in the same department.
- Attend product training and seminars if available.
- Possibly work Saturdays as part of a rotation schedule.
- Work with all departments to create a friendly, inviting and positive team environment.
- Other duties assigned by Management.
Skills/Qualifications: Exceptional Customer Service; Strong Communication Skills; Problem Solving; Listening and Phone Skills; Computer Proficiency; Multitasking; Basic Understanding of Hydraulics; Works Well Under Pressure; Goal Oriented; Dedication to Excellence.
The Company reserves the right to revise and alter this job description as needed.
Customer Service Representative (Hydraulic Parts Counter Sales)
About the Role
- Answer all customer inquiries quickly and accurately in a positive manner
- Create a friendly and inviting working environment
- Responsible for assisting front counter customers including inspection of worn or damaged/defective parts, determine replacement parts, troubleshoot and research products and prices to best fit application
- Maintain clean organized showroom and replenish stock product as needed
- Generate quotes, enter orders, contact vendors, update records and track orders as necessary through the ERP system
- Support Outside Sales and respond in a timely manner with price, availability, product specifications, order status and other information as required
- Multitask on multiple projects at once
- Achieve productivity and sales goals
- Assist with mentoring and training new hires in the same department
- Attend product training and seminars if available
- Possibly work Saturdays as part of a rotation schedule
- Work with others to create a positive team environment
- Other duties assigned by Management
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility for the Customer Service Representative is to provide timely and professional customer service to Dakota Fluid Power customers, while also supporting DFP Sales through effective communication and excellent organization and time management skills.
Required Skills
Exceptional customer service, strong communication skills, problem solving, listening and phone skills, computer proficiency, multitasking, basic understanding of hydraulics, works well under pressure, goal oriented and dedication to excellence.
Customer Service Representative (Inside Sales)
About the Role
- Answer all customer inquiries quickly and accurately in a positive manner
- Create a friendly and inviting working environment
- Responsible for assisting front counter customers including inspection of worn or damaged/defective parts, determine replacement parts, troubleshoot and research products and prices to best fit application
- Maintain clean organized showroom and replenish stock product as needed
- Generate quotes, enter orders, contact vendors, update records and track orders as necessary through the ERP system
- Support Outside Sales and respond in a timely manner with price, availability, product specifications, order status and other information as required
- Multitask on multiple projects at once
- Achieve productivity and sales goals
- Assist with mentoring and training new hires in the same department
- Attend product training and seminars if available
- Possibly work Saturdays as part of a rotation schedule
- Work with others to create a positive team environment
- Other duties assigned by Management
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility for the Customer Service Representative is to provide timely and professional customer service to Dakota Fluid Power customers, while also supporting DFP Sales through effective communication and excellent organization and time management skills.
Required Skills
Exceptional customer service, strong communication skills, problem solving, listening and phone skills, computer proficiency, multitasking, basic understanding of hydraulics, works well under pressure, goal oriented and dedication to excellence.
Parts Counter Sales
About the Role
- Answer all customer inquiries quickly and accurately in a positive manner
- Create a friendly and inviting working environment
- Responsible for assisting front counter customers including inspection of worn or damaged/defective parts, determine replacement parts, troubleshoot and research products and prices to best fit application
- Maintain clean organized showroom and replenish stock product as needed
- Generate quotes, enter orders, contact vendors, update records and track orders as necessary through the ERP system
- Work closing shift until 6pm one night each week
- Multitask on multiple projects at once
- Achieve productivity and sales goals
- Assist with mentoring and training new hires in the same department
- Attend product training and seminars if available
- Possibly work Saturdays as part of a rotation schedule
- Work with others to create a positive team environment
- Other duties assigned by Management
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility for the Parts Counter Sales is to provide timely and professional customer service to Dakota Fluid Power customers, while also supporting DFP Sales through effective communication and excellent organization and time management skills.
Required Skills
Exceptional customer service, strong communication skills, self-directed, problem solving, listening and phone skills, computer proficiency, multitasking, basic understanding of hydraulics, works well under pressure, goal oriented and dedication to excellence.
Service Coordinator
About the Role
Summary of Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility for the Service Coordinator is to provide quality customer service and organization to the service area. Utilize excellent communication with customers to ensure they are helped and service is performed in a timely manner to meet DFP standards.
Job Duties Include:
- Service department sales, estimating, and purchasing.
- Follow up on open parts orders and lead times.
- Correspond with customers and vendors regarding open orders.
- Work closely with Service Manager and Service Technicians.
- Review open order report on a regular basis and follow through to ensure timely and accurate completion.
- Assist with inside sales and counter sales overflow if needed.
- Other duties as assigned by management.
Skills/Qualifications: Highly Motivated Self-starter; Excellent Communication Skills; Proficient at Planning and Organization; Strong Mechanical Background; Hydraulic Background Preferred.
The Company reserves the right to revise and alter this job description as needed.
Service Technician
About the Role
Summary of Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility for the Service Technician is to provide service to Dakota Fluid Power customers in repairs, maintenance of vehicles, repairs, maintenance, refurbishing or rebuilding of equipment and products. The service Technician must always exhibit positive and effective interaction with all DFP customers, associates and vendors.
Job Duties Include:
- Commit and uphold the Dakota Fluid Power safety commitment in all actions and communications as it applies in our safety manual and procedures.
- Create and maintain accurate service and repair documents for all work to be performed.
- Use and understand all documents, forms and procedures as they apply.
- Diagnose issues with hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and compressed air systems.
- Service and repair on-road, off-road mobile equipment, and industrial fluid power systems.
- Service and repair hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders and all other system components requiring attention.
- Refurbish, rebuild and replace required components to restore equipment to required working order.
- Perform welding and fabrication tasks as the project requires.
- Attend the required training programs on products, services and self-development programs offered by or through Dakota Fluid Power.
- Maintaining a clean work area for safety and to expedite project completion.
- Able to work overtime, travel and work an occasional on-call shift.
- Perform any and all other duties assigned by the management.
Skills/Qualifications: Advance Knowledge of Troubleshooting, Repair, and Installation of Hydraulics, Compressed Air, and Mechanical Systems; Proficient in Basic Hydraulic Plumbing, Welding, and Mechanical Fabrication; Ability to Read & Understand Hydraulic, Electrical, and Mechanical Drawings and Schematics; Ability to Learn Lathes, Milling Machines, Drill Presses, Hydraulic Press, and Similar Equipment; Professional, Superior Customer Service; Strong Motivation and Ability to Work Independently; High Level of Integrity and Ethical Values; Excellent Communication Skills (written & verbal), Basic Computer Skills or Ability to Learn for Record Keeping; Clean Driving Record; Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. on a regular basis; Consistently use Arms & Legs with Full-Range of Motion; Frequent Stooping, Bending, Squatting & Kneeling; Exert Push & Pull Forces.
The Company reserves the right to revise and alter this job description as needed.
Service Technician
About the Role
Job Perks:
- Flexible Daytime Hours (No nights or weekends)
- Competitive Pay
- Potential for Service Bonuses
- Tool Allowance
- Tuition Reimbursement (Qualification Required)
- Family-Friendly Work Environment
Job Duties:
- Commit and uphold the Dakota Fluid Power safety commitment in all actions and communications as it applies in our safety manuals and procedures.
- Create and maintain accurate service and repair documents for all work to be performed.
- Use and understand all documents, forms and procedures as they apply.
- Diagnose issues with hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and compressed air systems.
- Service and repair on-road, off-road mobile equipment and industrial fluid power systems.
- Service and repair hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders and all other system components requiring attention.
- Refurbish, rebuild and replace required components to restore equipment to required working condition.
- Perform welding and fabrication tasks as the project requires.
- Attend the required training programs on products, services and self-development programs offered by or through Dakota Fluid Power
- Maintaining a clean work area for safety and to expedite project completion.
- Able to work overtime, travel and work an occasional on-call shift.
- Perform any and all other duties assigned by the management.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities for the Service Technician is to provide service to Dakota Fluid Power customers in repairs, maintenance of vehicles, repairs, maintenance, refurbishing or rebuilding of equipment of products. The Service Technician must always exhibit positive and effective interaction with all DFP customers, associates and vendors.
Required Skills
Advance knowledge of troubleshooting, repair, and installation of hydraulics, compressed air and mechanical systems; proficient in basic hydraulic plumbing, welding and mechanical fabrication. Ability to read and understand hydraulic, electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics; ability to learn lathes, milling machines, drill presses, hydraulic press and similar equipment. Professional, superior customer service, strong motivation and ability to work independently, high level of integrity and ethical values, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), basic computer skills or ability to learn for record keeping, clean driving record, ability to lift up to 75 lbs. on a regular basis, consistently use arms and legs with full-range of motion, frequent stooping, bending, squatting and kneeling, exert push and pull forces.
Service Technician
About the Role
- Flexible Daytime Hours (No nights or weekends)
- Competitive Pay
- Potential for Service Bonuses
- Tool Allowance
- Tuition Reimbursement (Qualification Required)
- Family-Friendly Work Environment
- Commit and uphold the Dakota Fluid Power safety commitment in all actions and communications as it applies in our safety manuals and procedures.
- Create and maintain accurate service and repair documents for all work to be performed.
- Use and understand all documents, forms and procedures as they apply.
- Diagnose issues with hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and compressed air systems.
- Service and repair on-road, off-road mobile equipment and industrial fluid power systems.
- Service and repair hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders and all other system components requiring attention.
- Refurbish, rebuild and replace required components to restore equipment to required working condition.
- Perform welding and fabrication tasks as the project requires.
- Attend the required training programs on products, services and self-development programs offered by or through Dakota Fluid Power
- Maintaining a clean work area for safety and to expedite project completion.
- Able to work overtime, travel and work an occasional on-call shift.
- Perform any and all other duties assigned by the management.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities for the Service Technician is to provide service to Dakota Fluid Power customers in repairs, maintenance of vehicles, repairs, maintenance, refurbishing or rebuilding of equipment of products. The Service Technician must always exhibit positive and effective interaction with all DFP customers, associates and vendors.
Required Skills
Advance knowledge of troubleshooting, repair, and installation of hydraulics, compressed air and mechanical systems; proficient in basic hydraulic plumbing, welding and mechanical fabrication. Ability to read and understand hydraulic, electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics; ability to learn lathes, milling machines, drill presses, hydraulic press and similar equipment. Professional, superior customer service, strong motivation and ability to work independently, high level of integrity and ethical values, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), basic computer skills or ability to learn for record keeping, clean driving record, ability to lift up to 75 lbs. on a regular basis, consistently use arms and legs with full-range of motion, frequent stooping, bending, squatting and kneeling, exert push and pull forces.
Service Technician
About the Role
- Flexible Daytime Hours (No nights or weekends)
- Competitive Pay
- Potential for Service Bonuses
- Tool Allowance
- Tuition Reimbursement (Qualification Required)
- Family-Friendly Work Environment
- Commit and uphold the Universal Hydraulics safety commitment in all actions and communications as it applies in our safety manuals and procedures.
- Create and maintain accurate service and repair documents for all work to be performed.
- Use and understand all documents, forms and procedures as they apply.
- Diagnose issues with hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and compressed air systems.
- Service and repair on-road, off-road mobile equipment and industrial fluid power systems.
- Service and repair hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders and all other system components requiring attention.
- Refurbish, rebuild and replace required components to restore equipment to required working condition.
- Perform welding and fabrication tasks as the project requires.
- Attend the required training programs on products, services and self-development programs offered by or through Universal Hydraulics
- Maintaining a clean work area for safety and to expedite project completion.
- Able to work overtime, travel and work an occasional on-call shift.
- Perform any and all other duties assigned by the management.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities for the Service Technician is to provide service to Universal Hydraulics customers in repairs, maintenance of vehicles, repairs, maintenance, refurbishing or rebuilding of equipment of products. The Service Technician must always exhibit positive and effective interaction with all Universal Hydraulics customers, associates and vendors.
Required Skills
Advance knowledge of troubleshooting, repair, and installation of hydraulics, compressed air and mechanical systems; proficient in basic hydraulic plumbing, welding and mechanical fabrication. Ability to read and understand hydraulic, electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics; ability to learn lathes, milling machines, drill presses, hydraulic press and similar equipment. Professional, superior customer service, strong motivation and ability to work independently, high level of integrity and ethical values, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), basic computer skills or ability to learn for record keeping, clean driving record, ability to lift up to 75 lbs. on a regular basis, consistently use arms and legs with full-range of motion, frequent stooping, bending, squatting and kneeling, exert push and pull forces.
Service Technician
About the Role
- Flexible Daytime Hours (No nights or weekends)
- Competitive Pay
- Potential for Service Bonuses
- Tool Allowance
- Tuition Reimbursement (Qualification Required)
- Family-Friendly Work Environment
- Commit and uphold the Dakota Fluid Power safety commitment in all actions and communications as it applies in our safety manuals and procedures.
- Create and maintain accurate service and repair documents for all work to be performed.
- Use and understand all documents, forms and procedures as they apply.
- Diagnose issues with hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and compressed air systems.
- Service and repair on-road, off-road mobile equipment and industrial fluid power systems.
- Service and repair hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders and all other system components requiring attention.
- Refurbish, rebuild and replace required components to restore equipment to required working condition.
- Perform welding and fabrication tasks as the project requires.
- Attend the required training programs on products, services and self-development programs offered by or through Dakota Fluid Power
- Maintaining a clean work area for safety and to expedite project completion.
- Able to work overtime, travel and work an occasional on-call shift.
- Perform any and all other duties assigned by the management.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities for the Service Technician is to provide service to Dakota Fluid Power customers in repairs, maintenance of vehicles, repairs, maintenance, refurbishing or rebuilding of equipment of products. The Service Technician must always exhibit positive and effective interaction with all DFP customers, associates and vendors.
Required Skills
Advance knowledge of troubleshooting, repair, and installation of hydraulics, compressed air and mechanical systems; proficient in basic hydraulic plumbing, welding and mechanical fabrication. Ability to read and understand hydraulic, electrical and mechanical drawings and schematics; ability to learn lathes, milling machines, drill presses, hydraulic press and similar equipment. Professional, superior customer service, strong motivation and ability to work independently, high level of integrity and ethical values, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), basic computer skills or ability to learn for record keeping, clean driving record, ability to lift up to 75 lbs. on a regular basis, consistently use arms and legs with full-range of motion, frequent stooping, bending, squatting and kneeling, exert push and pull forces.






