Marine Service Foreman

Seattle Northwest Yachts•Anacortes, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Marine Service Foreman is the day-to-day technical supervisor for the Seattle Yachts Service team. This position directs and coordinates the work of Marine Electricians, Marine Inboard Mechanics, Marine Outboard Mechanics, Marine Outfitters, and other Service technicians; monitors job progress and productivity; provides technical oversight; inspects completed work; and holds the team accountable for quality, safety, efficiency, and professional standards. This is a pure Foreman position: the Foreman is not assigned regular production repair work and is not expected to function as another technician.

Requirements

Extensive technical knowledge of marine electrical and mechanical systems sufficient to evaluate diagnostic approaches, repair plans, workmanship, and completed repairs
Strong working knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems, battery and charging systems, generators, inverters, wiring, grounding/bonding, and safe electrical diagnostic practices
Strong working knowledge of marine engines, fuel and cooling systems, steering, drivetrains/propulsion, and associated mechanical systems
Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, service manuals, technical bulletins, and manufacturer documentation
Substantial professional experience in marine service or a comparable skilled-trades environment involving both electrical and mechanical systems.
Recognized professional technical credential(s) demonstrating competency in both electrical systems and mechanical/engine systems.
Prior experience supervising, leading, mentoring, and directing technicians in a service, repair, marina, boatyard, automotive, heavy-equipment, industrial, or comparable environment.
Demonstrated ability to organize multiple active jobs, set priorities, monitor labor and progress, hold employees accountable, and communicate issues before they affect customer commitments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain clear work-order and technical documentation.
Ability to work on-site in Anacortes and move between company marinas, shops, docks, and customer vessels as business needs require

Nice To Haves

Experience with diesel and gasoline marine engines and manufacturer-specific diagnostic platforms is highly desirable
Marine/yacht service experience overseeing multiple technical disciplines
ABYC Marine Electrical Technician, Advanced Marine Electrical Technician, Marine Systems Technician, Marine Engines and Fuel Systems Technician, ABYC Master Technician, or comparable marine-industry credentials
Manufacturer certifications or advanced training involving diesel or gasoline marine engines, outboards, generators, propulsion, electrical, electronics, or related vessel systems
Experience supervising a mixed team of electricians, mechanics, outfitters, and other marine-service technicians
Experience coordinating warranty issues, technical escalations, sea trials, commissioning, and final quality-control inspections

Responsibilities

Direct the day-to-day work of Service technicians across electrical, inboard mechanical, outboard mechanical, outfitting, and related marine service disciplines
Review open work orders and establish daily priorities, technician assignments, sequencing, and workflow based on skill, workload, safety, parts availability, and customer commitments
Conduct regular shop, yard, dock, and vessel walk-throughs to monitor work in progress, identify roadblocks, verify appropriate staffing, and keep jobs moving toward completion
Monitor job status, labor hours, productivity, and expected completion dates; identify delays or scope changes early and communicate them promptly to Service leadership
Provide technical oversight and guidance when technicians encounter difficult electrical, mechanical, propulsion, or onboard-systems problems without becoming the assigned production technician
Review diagnostic approaches, technical information, schematics, manufacturer guidance, and repair plans as needed to help technicians resolve complex issues efficiently
Inspect completed repairs and installations for workmanship, safety, completeness, and compliance with applicable manufacturer, company, and marine-industry standards before work is released
Ensure appropriate operational testing, sea trials, commissioning checks, and final verification are completed and documented by the technician responsible
Review technician work-order notes and supporting documentation for accuracy, clarity, parts usage, labor information, findings, and recommended additional work
Coordinate technical escalations with manufacturers, dealers, vendors, and technical representatives when additional expertise, warranty support, or specialized information is required
Coach and mentor technicians, reinforce consistent repair practices, identify training needs, and provide timely performance feedback to Service leadership
Set clear expectations for workmanship, efficiency, communication, assigned work, housekeeping, tool control, safety, and professional conduct within the Service team
Escalate recurring performance, quality, safety, scheduling, or resource issues to Service leadership and participate in corrective planning as requested