Marine Service Technician - Cruising Yachts

Compass Maritime Group•Saint Charles, MO

2d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Our client is a full-service marina in Missouri on the Mississippi River and a destination along America's Great Loop. The marina serves a wide range of vessels and offers services from prop changes to full refits, as well as rack storage, covered wet slips, self-launch dry storage, a fuel dock, and a 60-ton travel lift. The marina is seeking an experienced, highly skilled Marine Service Technician specializing in maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of larger recreational powerboats, cruisers, and yachts ranging from 30 to 70 feet. The ideal candidate has extensive hands-on experience with gasoline and diesel inboard engines, twin-engine propulsion systems, marine electrical systems, and the complex mechanical and onboard systems found in larger cruisers. The technician should be able to diagnose problems independently, recommend repairs, and complete quality work efficiently and professionally.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of professional marine service experience, with substantial experience on larger cruisers and yachts.
Extensive experience diagnosing, servicing, and repairing gasoline and diesel inboard marine engines.
Strong knowledge of twin-engine propulsion systems, including transmissions, shafts, couplings, seals, and related components.
Advanced troubleshooting skills involving 12V/24V DC and 120V/240V AC marine electrical systems.
Experience servicing marine generators, battery systems, chargers, inverters, and shore power equipment.
Ability to diagnose and repair marine plumbing, freshwater, sanitation, and waste systems.
Experience troubleshooting marine air conditioning, cooling, and seawater circulation systems.
Experience with fiberglass repairs.
Ability to operate a 60-ton travel lift and block boats on the hard.
Familiarity with hydraulic steering, trim tabs, bow thrusters, and related systems.
Ability to perform vessel inspections, preventive maintenance, winterization, and spring commissioning.
Ability to interpret manufacturer service manuals, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
Ability to independently diagnose complex mechanical and electrical problems.
Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work safely in engine compartments and confined machinery spaces.
Ability to communicate professionally with customers, management, and other technicians.
Ability to maintain accurate service records and work orders.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MerCruiser, Crusader, Volvo Penta, Cummins, Caterpillar, or Yanmar marine engines.
Experience with Kohler, Westerbeke, or Onan marine generators.
ABYC or manufacturer-specific technical certifications.
Familiarity with marine electronic engine controls and diagnostic equipment.
Experience working in a full-service marina or yacht service facility.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, service, and repair gasoline and diesel inboard marine engines.
Service twin-engine propulsion systems, including transmissions, shafts, couplings, seals, and related components.
Troubleshoot 12V/24V DC and 120V/240V AC marine electrical systems.
Service marine generators, battery systems, chargers, inverters, and shore power equipment.
Diagnose and repair marine plumbing, freshwater, sanitation, and waste systems.
Troubleshoot marine air conditioning, cooling, and seawater circulation systems.
Perform fiberglass repairs.
Operate a 60-ton travel lift and block boats on the hard.
Service hydraulic steering, trim tabs, bow thrusters, and related systems.
Perform comprehensive vessel inspections, preventive maintenance, winterization, and spring commissioning.
Interpret manufacturer service manuals, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications.
Identify required repairs, estimate labor and materials, and document completed work.