Mobile Marine Evaluation Technician

Boater's World Marine Centers • Bradenton, FL

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Boater's World Marine Centers is seeking an experienced Mobile Marine Evaluation Technician to join our growing Service, Inventory, and Consignment teams. This position involves traveling throughout Florida to evaluate boats for consignment, trade, or direct purchase. The technician will inspect vessels, perform engine diagnostics, conduct sea trials, and communicate findings to boat owners while providing detailed reports to internal teams. The role requires strong mechanical ability, professional communication, sound judgment, and the ability to explain technical findings to customers. When field evaluations allow, the technician will also assist with used boat repairs, mechanical reconditioning, and inventory preparation at the Bradenton location and other dealerships in Florida. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys varied days, travel, independent work, and contributing to a premier used boat inventory.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional marine technician experience
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Experience working with outboard engines, marine electrical systems, steering, controls, fuel systems, cooling systems, and onboard accessories
• Experience using marine diagnostic scan tools and performing compression testing
• Ability to safely launch, retrieve, operate, and tow boats and trailers
• Ability to conduct sea trials and accurately evaluate vessel performance
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain technical findings to customers in a professional manner
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational and digital documentation skills
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel throughout Florida, including occasional overnight travel

Nice To Haves

• OEM certifications preferred but not required
• Previous mobile marine service experience preferred but not required
• Multi-brand outboard experience
• Experience inspecting used boats for dealership acquisition, trade-ins, or consignment
• Previous customer-facing dealership service experience is a plus
• Experience preparing detailed inspection reports and repair recommendations

Responsibilities

• Travel throughout Florida to perform on-site evaluations of boats being considered for consignment, trade, or direct purchase
• Complete company inspection checklists for every evaluation
• Perform engine diagnostics, scan reports, compression testing, and mechanical inspections
• Evaluate engines, steering, controls, electrical systems, fuel systems, cooling systems, trim systems, onboard accessories, and trailer condition
• Conduct sea trials when appropriate to evaluate engine performance, shifting, steering, handling, and overall vessel operation
• Safely launch and retrieve boats as needed to complete water testing and evaluations
• Capture detailed photographs and videos documenting vessel condition
• Identify and accurately document visible fiberglass, hull, deck, transom, or structural concerns for specialist review
• Prepare detailed inspection reports with repair recommendations and preliminary parts and labor requirements
• Professionally explain inspection findings and diagnostic results to boat owners without discussing valuations, pricing, or acquisition commitments
• Communicate all findings promptly with the Service, Inventory, and Consignment teams
• Perform approved mobile repairs and light reconditioning when practical and authorized
• Complete routine maintenance, electrical diagnosis, accessory repairs, battery and charging system repairs, and other approved mechanical repairs
• Repair and recondition used boats at Bradenton and other dealership locations when field assignments allow
• Perform minor trailer repairs and basic trailer maintenance when appropriate
• Help prepare acquired inventory for resale while maintaining dealership quality standards
• Operate and maintain an assigned company vehicle, diagnostic equipment, tools, and mobile inventory
• Safely launch, retrieve, tow, and reposition boats when authorized and properly equipped
• Maintain professional conduct while working at customer homes, marinas, storage facilities, and dealership locations
• Upload inspection reports, photographs, scan results, and repair documentation promptly
• Follow all company safety, environmental, marina-access, customer property, and roadworthiness policies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional mobile work environment

Benefits

• Company vehicle, tools, and diagnostic equipment provided
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee discounts
• Factory training and certification opportunities
• Long-term career advancement throughout the Outdoor Network family

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed