Coastal Hydraulics, Inc. is an expert resource in the fabrication, repair, refurbishment, rebuilding, maintenance, and design services, as well as replacement sales of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components for industrial and mobile equipment applications.
We are located in Charleston, South Carolina.
Hydraulic Mechanic
The primary responsibility of the Hydraulic Mechanic is to provide expert service for a range of cylinders, pumps,
motors, and power units; including troubleshooting, evaluation, repair and assembly. You must be able to:
> Diagnose problems and present recommendations for repairs
> Use schematics and diagnostic equipment to investigate hydraulic or pneumatic system problems
> Tear down, evaluate and repair cylinders, pumps, motors and power units
> Inspect parts and various components. Determine if parts are re-conditionable and write service reports
> Reassemble components when repair is complete and prepare for delivery to customer
The qualified individual will have the following skills and experience:
Minimum of five years fluid power experience (hydraulic, pneumatic and/or electro-mechanical) or
equivalent training:
Ability to read hydraulic schematics
Ability to fully understand hydraulic systems – size and build – preferred
Basic mechanical abilities and /or formal mechanical training
Ability to use a variety of hand tools and operate jib cranes and forklifts without assistance
Ability to use various tools for measurement (micrometer, id micrometer, and calipers)
Ability to complete field service work independently
Ability to troubleshoot and properly diagnose failure of hydraulic systems and components
Ability to identify a wide range of fluid power manufacturers and to recognize their products and complete
initial parts quoting
Regularly required to walk, sit, stand, crouch and lift up to 75 pounds required
Overtime may be required during extended weekday hours or for plant shutdowns on weekends or during
call rotation
International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) certification a plus
Coastal Hydraulics, Inc. offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including 401k, company paid
healthcare premiums and long-term disability. Background check (including criminal record) and drug screening are
required. Interested candidates submit resume to Joyce.Maffett@coastalhydraulics.net. Please visit our website:
www.coastalhydraulics.net.