Marine Equipment Technician Assistant

Freestone Lake and Golf • Fairfield, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Work as a Marine Equipment Technician Assistant in a private, luxury environment - not a crowded marina or public service shop. This role offers variety, independence, and the opportunity to maintain a premier fleet of members' watercraft. ABOUT US freestonetx.com Freestone is a luxury lake and golf club set on the largest privately owned lake in the United States - 5,000 acres of open water, rolling hills, and Savannah Post Oaks, halfway between Dallas and Houston. It is a generational retreat, built for family and friends to return to year after year. Members enjoy championship, water-front golf, trophy bass fishing, and boating free from public access, alongside every activity and amenity expected of a world-class private resort. Just beyond the gates, Fairfield, Texas offers the quintessential Lone Star State experience - vibrant, culturally diverse, and rooted in good old-fashioned Central Texan tradition, where hard work, good food, and a full calendar of festivals bring the community together. Dallas, Houston, and Texas A&M University in College Station are all a short drive away. Fairfield Community Guide: online.fliphtml5.com/rxipz/kbjd WHY JOIN FREESTONE? Work in a private, non-public luxury environment No customer-facing service pressure Hands-on variety across a premier fleet of boats and watercraft Stable employer vs. service-call chaos Opportunity to build a broad, well-rounded marine mechanical skill set

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Prior hands-on experience with boat engines (inboard/outboard), small engine repair, or general mechanical work strongly preferred
• Familiarity with marine systems - fuel, electrical, steering, or trailers - a plus
• Comfortable learning marine-specific maintenance tasks on the job
• Strong troubleshooting instincts and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working on, near, and around the water
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds
• Frequent bending, kneeling, and reaching, including in and around boats and docks
• Comfortable working on docks, boat lifts, and near or on the water
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat and cold, and occasionally wet conditions
• Ability to swim or work comfortably around open water

Nice To Haves

• marine mechanic certification a plus but not required
• experience towing trailers a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist the Marine Equipment Technician with routine maintenance, service, and repair of boats, pontoons, and other member watercraft
• Support inboard and outboard engine maintenance, including oil and fluid changes, filter replacement, and basic troubleshooting
• Assist with hull cleaning, detailing, and general cosmetic upkeep of watercraft
• Help maintain boat lifts, hoists, trailers, and launch equipment in safe working order
• Support seasonal preparation and winterization of vessels and marine equipment
• Assist in diagnosing basic mechanical, electrical, and fuel system issues on watercraft
• Help transport, launch, and secure boats and watercraft as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop and dock work area
• Track parts, supplies, and maintenance records for serviced equipment
• Communicate clearly with the Marine Equipment Technician and Outdoor Pursuits team on job status and needs
• Follow all safety guidelines when working on, near, or around the water, docks, and equipment
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to support member needs
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Base Pay: A competitive hourly rate aligned with industry standards and level of experience
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance: We offer health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short-term disability and other ancillary policies
• Holiday Premium Pay: Premium pay for holidays worked
• Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED