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The Marine Boatyard Technician diagnoses, repairs, maintains, assembles, and installs specialized marine and industrial equipment at customer locations, including marinas, shipyards, ports, and construction sites. The role primarily supports hydraulic boat trailers, gantry cranes, negative-lift forklifts, marine handling equipment, and associated hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. This field-based position requires extensive travel, including overnight stays, and provides scheduled maintenance and emergency repair support throughout the assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on hydraulic boat trailers, self-propelled transporters, mobile and fixed gantry cranes, negative-lift and marina forklifts, hydraulic lifting systems, and related marine material handling equipment.
Diagnose and repair hydraulic components; electrical and electronic controls; electric, gasoline, and diesel power systems; engines and powertrains; braking, steering, and suspension systems; and structural components.
Troubleshoot PLC- and sensor-controlled equipment where applicable, using diagnostic software, hydraulic schematics, electrical diagrams, and technical manuals.
Inspect equipment for mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, structural, and safety concerns; recommend appropriate repairs and preventive measures.
Respond to field breakdowns and emergency service calls to minimize customer downtime.
Complete service reports, maintenance records, parts requests, and customer documentation accurately and promptly.
Maintain the assigned service vehicle, tools, parts inventory, and testing equipment in safe, organized working condition.
Communicate professionally with customers regarding equipment condition, repair progress, recommendations, and maintenance needs.
Perform equipment assembly, installations, and operator training as needed.
Follow company safety procedures, applicable OSHA requirements, and site-specific safety practices.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
At least three years of experience servicing heavy equipment, marine equipment, forklifts, cranes, or hydraulic machinery.
Working knowledge of hydraulics, diesel engines, electrical systems (including 12V and 24V systems), industrial controls, and mechanical troubleshooting.
Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company requirements.
Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision.
Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working at marinas, ports, or shipyards.
Experience with marine travel lifts, boat-handling equipment, hydraulic transport systems, heavy forklifts, or container-handling equipment.
OEM certifications or relevant vocational or technical training.
Commercial driver’s license (CDL).
Welding and fabrication experience.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to climb, kneel, crawl, stand, walk for extended periods, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, at heights, and near waterfront environments.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily at marinas, shipyards, ports, industrial facilities, construction sites, and other customer locations. The technician may be exposed to moving machinery, pressurized hydraulic systems, waterfront conditions, weather extremes, and varying jobsite hazards.

Benefits:

Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, holidays, employee assistance programs, and other Company-sponsored benefits.

Pay range:

$20-$44

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation Statement

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. If you require accommodation during the application or employment process, please contact Human Resources

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the position.

The Company reserves the right to modify, add, or remove responsibilities and duties consistent with business needs, applicable law, and the employee's role. Employees may be required to perform additional duties that are reasonably related to the position.

The essential functions of the position may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Pay Range

$20 - $44 USD

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Marine Boatyard Technician