Contract Marine Technician - Saint Augustine Market
About The Position
Full Throttle Marine is expanding to Florida's First Coast and is building its certified technician roster ahead of the 2026 market launch. This is an opportunity for a certified outboard technician in the Jacksonville or Saint Augustine area to work on their own terms and build a sustainable, independent service practice. The company is launching a new territory from the ground up and is seeking qualified individuals to be in place before bookings open. The service area covers the First Coast corridor, including Saint Augustine, Saint Augustine Beach, Ponte Vedra Beach, Palm Valley, Jacksonville, Fleming Island, Amelia Island, Nassau Sound, and the Intracoastal Waterway and Saint Johns River corridors, which are active recreational boating regions.
Requirements
- Current ABYC certification OR Yamaha Marine certification OR Mercury Marine certification (or equivalent factory training)
- Proven hands-on experience with Yamaha and/or Mercury outboard engines
- Own tools and reliable transport to service locations
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and a customer-first mindset
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Nice To Haves
- Multiple certifications (ABYC + OEM factory certification)
- Experience across a range of outboard horsepower (25HP–400HP)
- Familiarity with marine electronics and GPS/chartplotter systems
- Experience with boat detailing and hull care
- Existing knowledge of the Saint Johns River and Northeast Florida waterways
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled outboard service at 50, 100, and 200 hour intervals per Yamaha and Mercury manufacturer specifications
- Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on Yamaha and Mercury outboard engines
- Perform winterization and spring commissioning services
- Conduct premium detailing services when bundled with mechanical work
- Deliver photo inspection reports to customers following every service call
- Represent the Full Throttle Marine brand with professionalism at every dock
Benefits
- Above-market compensation on flat-rate service tickets
- Consistent, pre-booked work—no cold calling, no hunting for customers
- Flexible scheduling—you control your calendar
- Full Throttle Marine brand, marketing, and booking infrastructure
- Defined service territory—your market, your customers
- Photo report tooling and digital workflow provided
- First-mover advantage in a market we're building from scratch
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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