ASSISTANT MARINE TECHNICIAN

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary

Position summary

The Assistant Marine Technician supports the Marine Technician with inspections, maintaining, and repairing marine vessels and equipment to ensure they operate safely and reliably. The role may involve helping with working on engines, electrical systems, plumbing, hydraulics, and onboard equipment.

Key responsibilities – Assisting Marine Technician

· Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults on boats or other marine vessels. · Service, repair, and maintain engines, propulsion systems, generators, and auxiliary equipment. · Inspect vessels and equipment; identify safety issues and recommend repairs. · Install, test, and troubleshoot marine systems and components. · Keep accurate records of inspections, repairs, parts, and maintenance. · Follow workplace safety procedures, environmental requirements, and applicable marine regulations. · Communicate repair findings, timelines, and recommendations to customers or supervisors. · Maintain tools, workshop equipment, and a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications and skills

· Technical training, certification, or equivalent experience in marine mechanics, diesel mechanics, or a related field. · Practical knowledge of marine engines and vessel systems. · Ability to read technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and service documentation. · Strong troubleshooting, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills. · Comfortable working indoors, outdoors, and around water, sometimes in confined spaces. Valid driver’s license; relevant marine or safety certifications are an advantage. · Ability to lift equipment and perform physical work, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.

Work environment

Work may take place in a marina, boatyard, workshop, or aboard vessels. Some evening, weekend, or seasonal work may be required.