Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a versatile Marine Technician to maintain, diagnose, and repair high-performance watercraft. This role requires a blend of traditional automotive-style engine diagnostics with specialized marine skills including DC electrical systems, precision rigging, and composite/installer of electronic navigational system, marine audio equipment. You will be responsible for ensuring vessels are sea-worthy, aesthetically sound, and technically advanced.
Key Responsibilities:
- Mechanical & Powertrain: * Perform diagnostics and repairs on inboard/outboard engines (gas and diesel).
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- Service cooling systems, fuel systems, and drive units (stern drives, transmissions).
- Apply automotive principles to marine-specific challenges like heat exchangers and raw water pumps.
- Electrical & Electronics:
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- Design and install complex NMEA 2000 networks and marine electronics (GPS, Radar, Autopilot).
- Troubleshoot 12V/24V DC systems.
- Custom wiring for lighting, audio, and bilge management.
- Rigging & Hardware:
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- Install and tuning rigging, winches, and deck hardware.
- Set up steering cables, hydraulic lines, and throttle controls.
- Systems Technician. Here is a comprehensive job description tailored to that specific multi-disciplinary background.
- Focus: Mechanical, Electrical, and Structural Maintenance
- Mechanical & Powertrain: * Perform diagnostics and repairs on inboard/outboard engines (gas and diesel).
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- Service cooling systems, fuel systems, and drive units (stern drives, transmissions).
- Apply automotive principles to marine-specific challenges like heat exchangers and raw water pumps.
- Custom wiring for lighting, audio, and bilge management.
- Set up steering cables, hydraulic lines, and throttle controls
Required Skills & Qualifications
Skill Area
Expectation
Mechanical
Proficiency in internal combustion engines (transferred from Auto).
Electrical
Ability to read wiring schematics and terminate wires.
Carpentry
Experience with finish work and understanding of marine-grade materials.
Environment
Ability to work in tight bilges, aloft in a harness, or outdoors in all weather.