What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic - Boat position at Mater Marine?
Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Boat Mechanic and become a vital part of maintaining and repairing water transportation equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient marine operations. In this energetic role, you will diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of marine engines, electrical systems, mechanical components, and rigging. Your expertise will keep our fleet operating smoothly while providing exceptional service to our customers. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge marine technology in a fast-paced environment that values safety, precision, and teamwork.
Duties
- Perform comprehensive maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of marine engines, propulsion systems, and electrical systems using schematics and technical drawings.
- Conduct electrical diagnostics and repair ship electrical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational requirements.
- Utilize hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, soldering irons, calipers, and precision measuring instruments to fabricate, assemble, or repair marine components.
- Interpret technical schematics and schematics for diagnosing issues related to marine electrical systems and mechanical systems.
- Execute rigging tasks such as assembly and disassembly of rigging components to support vessel operations.
- Conduct heavy lifting safely with appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) during maintenance activities involving water transportation equipment.
- Maintain detailed records of repairs performed, parts used, and inspections completed in accordance with maintenance procedures and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) standards.
Requirements
- Proven service technician experience in marine or vehicle maintenance environments with a strong mechanical background.
- Knowledge of ship electrical systems maintenance, electrical diagnostics, and troubleshooting marine electrical issues.
- Experience interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals related to marine engines and electrical systems.
- Familiarity with marine propulsion systems maintenance, diesel mechanics, sheet metal fabrication, welding, soldering, and sheet metal work.
- Ability to perform precise measurements using calipers and other measuring instruments; experience with ohmmeters is a plus.
- Strong mechanical knowledge combined with hands-on experience in water transportation equipment maintenance.
- Experience working with military-grade equipment or within military settings is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Skilled in the use of hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, power tools, and specialized fabrication tools for assembly or repair tasks.
- Commitment to safety protocols including the proper use of PPE during all maintenance activities.
- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly about technical issues to team members or clients.
- Ability to lift heavy objects safely while adhering to safety guidelines; physical stamina for demanding maintenance tasks is essential.
Join us as a Boat Mechanic where your expertise keeps our fleet moving forward! We are dedicated to fostering a safe work environment while offering opportunities for growth through diverse technical challenges in the marine industry. This is a paid role committed to supporting your professional development in boat maintenance and repair excellence!
Pay: $12.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $45