What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marine Service/Outboard Technician position at Freedom Boat Club of Greater Boston and Cape Cod?
Benefits:
- Company paid long term disability insurance
- Company paid life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
The Marine Service/Outboard Technician uses their knowledge, experience, and skills to maintain, repair and install outboard engines, navigational equipment, operating systems, pumps, electrical and steering systems.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform routine maintenance on boats, including changing oil, checking fluid levels, and inspecting for damage or wear
- Carry out various repair and maintenance tasks as dictated by the needs of the vessel
- Fill out accurate service records and repair documents
- Test marine engines and electrical systems to ensure they’re working properly
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all mechanical and electrical problems on boat, motors and trailers
- Performing repairs on damaged equipment
- Inspecting equipment to identify malfunctions or other problems
- Cleaning boats and equipment to prevent corrosion or other damage
- Maintaining equipment inventories, ordering parts, and tracking repairs
- Performing safety inspections to ensure that equipment is in good working order and meets regulatory requirements
- Maneuver boats out of the water and onto a trailer
- Work safely in a shop and in-water environment, maintain a clean work environment and adhere to required safety policies
- Maintaining flexibility and safely performing multiple duties and tasks under stressful, potentially hazardous conditions
REQUIREMENTS:
Work Experience
- Mercury or Yamaha outboard certification is a plus
- Must have knowledge of 12v electrical, rigging, and four stroke outboard engine diagnostics
Other Requirements
- Must be willing to travel locally (via company vehicle) within North Shore, Greater Boston, South Shore and Cape Cod to service vessels at Freedom Boat Club locations
- Be able to operate machinery efficiently, effectively and demonstrate safe handling of vessels, vehicles and trailers. This will include hauling, launching, and docking of vessels of up to 35 feet in length
- Must be a team player
- Ability to work productively with minimal supervision
- Ability to operate computer, use/learn diagnostic and fleet management software
- Ability to ascend and descend a ladder, lift 50 pounds and work in all weather conditions
- Ability to work in confined spaces
- Must be organized and detail-oriented
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals
- Currently maintains or is able to secure a Department of Transportation Commercial Driver Medical Certification within 30 days of hire
- Forklift operation experience a plus but not required
- High School degree or equivalent
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record for the past 24 months
Salary : $23 - $33
