Job Description

We are recruiting an experienced Hydraulic Technician for an established marine hydraulic service company in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically skilled technician who enjoys troubleshooting, diagnosing, rebuilding, and repairing hydraulic equipment in a hands-on environment.

The position involves servicing hydraulic systems aboard luxury yachts and superyachts, including vessels exceeding 60 feet.

We are particularly interested in technicians with experience in marine hydraulics, industrial hydraulics, heavy equipment, hydraulic machinery, or related mechanical service industries.

You do not need to come exclusively from the yacht industry. Candidates with strong hydraulic diagnostic and repair experience in other industries are encouraged to apply.

This is a field service position for someone who enjoys working directly on equipment, solving mechanical problems, and seeing projects through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, service, and repair hydraulic systems aboard yachts and superyachts.

• Diagnose hydraulic pump, valve, cylinder, motor, and pressure-related failures.

• Service hydraulic steering systems, stabilizers, bow thrusters, and associated equipment.

• Maintain and repair hydraulic cranes, davits, swim platforms, passerelles, and windlasses.

• Disassemble, inspect, rebuild, and reassemble hydraulic components.

• Perform hydraulic cylinder repairs, seal replacements, and pressure testing.

• Fabricate, replace, and install hydraulic hoses and fittings.

• Read hydraulic schematics and technical service manuals.

• Identify mechanical and electrical issues affecting hydraulic system performance.

• Perform preventative maintenance, system inspections, and equipment testing.

• Work independently and alongside experienced marine service technicians.

• Communicate professionally with yacht captains, crew members, and customers.

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic or electrohydraulic equipment.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and practical diagnostic skills.

• Experience working with hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, fittings, and related components.

• Ability to disassemble and reassemble mechanical equipment accurately.

• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment.

• Ability to identify equipment problems and recommend appropriate repairs.

• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and workmanship.

• Comfortable working aboard vessels, in tight mechanical spaces, and in an active shipyard environment.

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:

• Marine hydraulic systems and yacht service

• Hydraulic stabilizer systems

• Marine steering and bow thruster systems

• Hydraulic cranes, davits, and lifting equipment

• Hydraulic cylinder rebuilding and seal replacement

• Hydraulic hose fabrication

• Industrial hydraulic equipment repair

• Heavy equipment, construction machinery, or mobile hydraulics

• Marine or industrial electrical troubleshooting

• Reading hydraulic schematics and electrical diagrams

• 12/24V DC and 120–480V AC electrical systems

You should be proficient in:

• 120/208/240/480 Voltage Systems
• Hydraulic Troubleshooting
• Hydraulic Cylinder Repair

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Hydraulic Troubleshooting