Mobile Marine Technician

Red Hospitality & Leisure•Key West, FL

7d•$90,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

RED Hospitality & Leisure (Experience RED) is a multi-vertical marine and hospitality operator headquartered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. We run charter operations, ferry services, transportation, destination management (DMC), and concession services across St. Thomas and St. John in partnership with properties including the Westin St. John, Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas, Frenchman's Reef, and Hampton by Hilton. Our fleet spans offshore catamarans, high-speed ferries, center consoles, and personal watercraft — operating across two islands and multiple partner destinations year-round. We are a fast-moving, operationally intensive company and we build careers for people who thrive in dynamic marine environments. We are seeking an experienced Mobile Marine Technician to serve as a roving fleet-support specialist across our multi-destination operations. This is a hands-on, independent role requiring strong diagnostic and repair skills on both inboard diesel and outboard gasoline powerplants, as well as supporting systems including electrical, hydraulics, and drivetrain components. You will rotate between deployment locations — St. Thomas USVI, St. John USVI, Turks & Caicos, and Key West, FL — on a structured 10-days-on / 5-days-off schedule. Travel, accommodations, and per diem are provided while on deployment.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years hands-on experience as a marine technician or diesel mechanic in a commercial or charter environment
Demonstrated proficiency with inboard diesel systems (Yanmar, Volvo Penta, Cummins, or equivalent)
Demonstrated proficiency with outboard gasoline engines (Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, Suzuki, or equivalent)
Strong working knowledge of 12V/24V marine electrical systems
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision across remote locations
Valid U.S. driver's license
Legal authorization to work in the United States (USCIS work authorization required — no exceptions)
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; must be eligible to enter all deployment destinations without restriction
Physically capable of working in marine environments: lifting 50+ lbs, working in confined engine compartments, exposure to heat and humidity
Must reside near a qualifying home airport with year-round direct service to all deployment destinations

Nice To Haves

ABYC Marine Technician certification (Diesel, Electrical, or Gasoline)
Yamaha and/or Mercury factory-certified technician
Experience with Axopar, Leopard, or similar catamaran/center console platforms
Familiarity with FareHarbor, marine dispatch systems, or fleet tracking tools
USCG Captain's License (OUPV or higher) a strong plus but not required
Prior experience working with charter or resort-based marine operations
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus given our operating environment

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair inboard diesel engines across catamaran, ferry, and center console hull types
Diagnose and repair outboard gasoline engines (primarily Yamaha, Mercury, and Suzuki platforms)
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, fluid services, impeller replacements, and zincs
Troubleshoot and repair marine electrical systems, bilge systems, and instrumentation
Conduct pre-season and post-season commissioning/decommissioning across fleet
Coordinate parts procurement, maintain parts inventory logs, and manage vendor relationships on-site
Support haul-out coordination and work with boatyard partners as needed
Document all service work in maintenance logs; update fleet status reports daily
Communicate proactively with on-site operations managers and coordinate with shore-based fleet management
Maintain a safe, organized mobile work environment; comply with all OSHA and marine safety standards
Respond to urgent vessel breakdowns and service calls during deployment windows