Marine Repair Technician - Freedom Boat Club - Tampa, FL

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At Freedom Boat Club, we are committed to delivering an exceptional boating experience to our customers. Our network of clubs offers a wide range high-quality boats, outstanding customer service, and expert marine operating centers, all fueled by our passion for the boating lifestyle.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Marine Technician. In this dynamic role, you will diagnose, repair, and maintain various boats and marine engines, ensuring customers receive top-tier service. Your hands-on expertise will be crucial in delivering high-quality workmanship, while your ability to manage time effectively will help meet both individual and team efficiency goals.

If you’re passionate about problem-solving, enjoy working with your hands, and want to embark on an exciting career in the marine industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver.

• Perform installs, repairs and maintenance on boats, including outboard, sterndrive, and inboard engines, as well as other vessel components.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using technical expertise.
• Collaborate with supervisors and service administration to address installation or repair challenges, establish workflows, and estimate timeframes.
• Review repair orders and vessel specifications to determine the scope of work and recommend necessary repairs or modifications.
• Conduct safety inspections and utilize service histories to inform customers of required or recommended maintenance.
• Apply bottom paint or antifouling paint to boat hulls and occasionally paint cowlings as needed.
• Perform light refurbishment work on boats, applicable to select dealership locations only.
• Track time and labor for each repair order, ensuring adherence to efficiency goals and minimizing non-billable tasks.
• Ensure boats are tidied up after service work, including wiping handprints and other marks, before returning them to the customer.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
• Occasionally step in to support other roles, including moving boats in the absence of a Lot Crew and assisting with service administration or parts-related tasks when necessary.
• Participate in company-required training sessions, meetings, and communications via email and Microsoft Teams.
• Assist with occasional onsite and offsite promotional events and boat shows, including setup and breakdown as needed.
• Any additional duties assigned for success.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Must be at least 21 years old

Certified in Yamaha or Mercury is a plus

Must have knowledge of 12v electrical, rigging, and outboard diagnostics

Fiberglass repair a plus

Boating experience in and around boats is preferred

Know how to work safely in a shop environment, maintain a clean work environment and adhere to required safety policies

Know how to maneuver a boat and trailer

High School degree

Valid driver's license and good driving record

Must pass a background and drug screening

• Must be a team player
• Must be a self-starter and capable of working unsupervised
• Ability to maintain a calm, positive attitude during periods of high activity
• Good attention to detail

• Performs work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Operates boats, motorized vehicles, small handheld power tools, and other equipment.
• Moves up to 50 pounds and performs tasks requiring physical exertion.
• Adjusts to various physical positions as needed to perform repair tasks, such as accessing items at ground level, working in limited spaces, or operating at elevated heights (less than one story).
• Works safely near water and on docks.
• Ascends/ descends ladders to board/ depart vessels.

This position requires travel within the state of Florida to various clubs.

The anticipated pay for this position is $18.50 to $21.00, hourly. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

Why Brunswick:

Whatever tomorrow brings, we’ll be at the leading edge. As the clear leader in the marine industry, we’re committed to our values and supporting our exceptional people. We offer and encourage growth opportunities within and across our many brands. In addition, we’re proud of being recognized for making a splash with numerous awards!

About Freedom Boat Club:

Freedom Boat Club – the world’s largest members-only boat club – was founded in 1989 in Sarasota, Florida. Today, the Clubs 400 locations welcome hundreds of members to its docks each day to enjoy a day on the water while we take care of the rest including fueling, cleaning, maintenance, and more. 

With over 30 years of Boating Made Simple®, Freedom Boat Club (a division of Brunswick Corporation) continues to be a passionate group of individuals who focus on raising the bar in everything that we do.  We are always looking for hardworking, motivated and competitive people who share our passion for getting others out on the open waters. 

To learn more about open positions within the Freedom Boat Club, please visit the Brunswick Corporation Careers page.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21