What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marine Technician position at United Plastic Fabricating Inc?
Description
Description
Tideman Marine, a division of United Plastic Fabricating, designs and manufactures high-density polyethylene (HDPE) boats for military and commercial marine use. Based in Ocala, Florida, USA, Tideman Marine operates a cutting-edge facility dedicated to designing and constructing welded HDPE vessels and custom marine products.
Perform a wide variety of tasks in a small industrial boat manufacturing facility. Tasks performed may include advanced electrical work on the line, panel wiring and troubleshooting.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs assembly line wiring/electrical work like running drops and buss bars, and hooking up less complex or minor components
- Installs various outboards
- Installs various types of equipment
- Installation of all wiring, fuel and control and oil systems
- Install correct size and approved fuel, exhaust and water hoses
- Installs steering systems in accordance with OEM instruction
- Calibrate gauges in accordance with OEM instructions
- Familiarity with ABYC standards and install equipment according to its guidelines
- Ability to install various drive systems such as water jets, inboard gas and diesel, stern drive, shaft drive and various outboards
- Ability to fabricate equipment panels/brackets as necessary
- Ability to install (including separation of systems) fresh/raw water and sanitary systems
Requirements
Education and Experience:
- High School Education or GED equivalent
- 3 years of upfitting boats preferred
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Ability to read and understand prints
- ABYC Standards certification a plus
