Marine Technician
Salary: 25 - 35
Location: Chicago, IL
Posted: November 25 2024
Minimum Degree:
Relocation Assistance: Available
We are partnering with a growing premier yacht yard in their search for MARINE TECHNICIANS & MECHANICS! As a premier boating facility and mobile marine service provider, we’re looking for the best of the BEST to provide the ultimate customer experience when it comes to marine diagnostics, maintenance, and repair. Bring your positive attitude and enjoy working year-round with a stable organization who takes care of their employees through competitive pay, bonus and incentive opportunities, paid training, paid time off, insurance, and MORE.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair/replace engines and drives, electrical systems, heating, ventilation, plumbing systems, and other components as needed
- Use diagnostic equipment (G3 and Vodia) to test and repair boat engines and other needs
- Conduct thorough assessment prior to performing work including budgeted time and estimated completion
- Complete maintenance and repair on boats and other watercrafts up to 75 ft long including routine maintenance (100 Hour Service)
- Perform testing and sea trials as required
- Travel to marinas and private slips to perform mobile repairs
- Effectively and professionally communicate with customers, peers, and Service Department, providing accurate and detailed work orders
- Exercise every precaution to ensure cleanliness of boat (booties, runners, covers etc.)
- Keep shop clean and organized; communicate inventory needs to Shop Foreman
- For Master Marine Technicians, act as a mentor and coach for team of Marine Technicians; motivating, guiding, and training technicians to support professional development
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements:
- 100% positive attitude required, no exceptions.
- 5+ years of experience as Marine Technician with experience in electrical, electric motors, gas/diesel engine products, plumbing systems required
- Must possess current Mercury/Mercruiser, Volvo, Westerbeke, Yanmar, Kohler, ABYC, or other marine manufacturing certifications and training; Mercruiser or Volvo Penta certifications highly preferred
- Superior proficiency in electrical and mechanical diagnostic skills, including diagnostic tools
- Proficient with computer systems
- Must provide own hand tools
- Valid driver’s license, insurance, and clean driving record required
- Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions and comfortable working on boats on land and in the water
- Ability to ascend/descend ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to work overtime as needed, with focus on spring and fall seasons