Marine Technician

Responsibilities

• Work with a variety of gas and diesel engines
• Understand principles of marine propulsion, fuel and electrical systems
• Manage work order process end-to-end following industry best practices alongside Service Writers
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of repair orders and completed work
• Perform battery disconnects, winterization and summer commissioning of boats
• Perform diagnostic functions leading to a repair estimate
• Work diligently to ensure proper documentation of completed work, estimates, and recommendations
• Complete water testing of equipment as necessary
• Maintain manufacturer certification as required
• Perform maintenance/repair on transmissions/reverse gear, outdrives and POD systems (Volvo Penta IPS and ZF Zeus)
• Perform maintenance/repairs on AC/DC on board electrical systems.
• Perform maintenance/repairs to various on board domestic and accessory systems.
• Other duties as required.
• Attend factory training (Volvo Penta, Mercury, Yanmar, Kohler, Raymarine, ABYC) as required
• Carry out any other duties that may be requested by the Service Manager

Qualifications

• Have attended a Marine Engine Technician Training Program or other motive power training program (i.e., automotive, truck/ coach, heavy equipment, motorcycle and powersports)

Required Skills

• Minimum 5 year working experience as a marine technician or related motive trade (automotive, truck/coach, heavy equipment, motorcycle and powersports)
• Possession of a valid Small Engine Repair Certificate and/or Diploma preferred
• Possession of a valid G license, Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC), or Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP)
• Possession of necessary tools and tool box
• Possession of a valid First Aid and CPR Certification is an asset
• Retail marine parts experience is an asset
• Experience with LightSpeed computer software or a marine oriented POS system considered an asset

Preferred Skills

• Commitment to continually strive to meet or exceed the highest level of customer experience
• Report any incidents and/or accidents directly and immediately to your supervisor

We proudly offer the following:

• Competitive compensation
• On-site housing may be available
• Company vehicles when appropriate
• Discretionary bonuses
• A great environment in which to work