Senior Marine Hydraulics Technician

We are seeking an experienced Senior Marine Hydraulics Technician to join a growing yacht service operation in South Florida.

This is a hands-on senior technical role for someone who is highly experienced with marine hydraulic systems, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and commissioning aboard yachts and vessels.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, diagnosing complex hydraulic issues, reading schematics, interacting directly with captains and clients, and serving as a trusted technical resource for the team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems aboard yachts and marine vessels

• Install and service hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, hoses, fittings, manifolds, and related components

• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics and technical drawings

• Identify system failures and determine appropriate repair solutions

• Perform hydraulic pressure testing, leak detection, flushing, and commissioning

• Repair and replace valves, fittings, hoses, seals, and related components

• Troubleshoot stabilizer, steering, passerelle, davit, thruster, and other yacht hydraulic systems

• Work directly with captains, engineers, owners, vendors, and shipyard personnel

• Provide clear technical explanations and repair recommendations to customers

• Complete jobs safely, professionally, and within scheduled timelines

• Support junior technicians and assist with technical problem-solving when needed

Preferred Equipment / System Experience

Experience with marine hydraulic brands and systems such as:

• Naiad

• Quantum

• ABT-TRAC

• Maxwell

• Mirage / similar marine hydraulic systems

• Yacht stabilizer systems

• Hydraulic steering systems

• Thrusters

• Davits and cranes

• Passerelles

• Windlasses and capstans

Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience with marine hydraulic systems

• Previous yacht, shipyard, marine service, or vessel maintenance experience

• Ability to read and understand hydraulic schematics

• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

• Experience with hydraulic valves, pumps, cylinders, hoses, and fittings

• Ability to work independently and manage service calls

• Strong mechanical aptitude

• Professional communication skills