Test Technician I

Mastercraft Boat Company LLC • Vonore, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Support daily activity in the Engineering Department. Diagnose and repair prototype boat and trailer issues. Run prototype boats on the water for the purpose of diagnosing or testing repairs. Work closely with the Engineering team to help build and install design ideas into prototype boats for testing. Work is performed under general supervision where guidelines are prescribed but independent action is required.

Requirements

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be able to read and understand instructions.
• Demonstrate mechanical repair acumen.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a boat building production environment.
• Must be able to teach and train production employees and supervisors on various production problems/parts.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with production employees and engineers.
• Must have computer experience using Windows based programs.
• Must have knowledge of hand and pneumatic tools.
• Must be able to drive a forklift and tractor and operate a crane.
• Must have above average attendance and ability to work overtime with little to no notice.
• Basic understanding of 12V DC systems with trouble shooting knowledge.
• Understanding of combustion engines and engine systems from electrical, mechanical.
• Must be able to install and remove engines and transmissions.
• Basic knowledge of propeller testing.
• Basic knowledge of all boat systems, exhaust, bilge, waste, water, heater, electrical, and fuel.
• Must be able to use tape measure, caliper, micrometer and other data acquisition equipment (sound meter, radar gun, GPS, etc.).
• Able to understand spoken instructions with regard to job training and safety concerns.
• Ability to speak conversational English.
• Ability to apply common sense troubleshooting and diagnose problems on all components of boats and trailers.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed finishing and assembly of all products.
• Ability to deal with frequent changes related to equipment use and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and report out on boat and trailer issues including engine, powertrain, underwater gear, mechanical tabs, towers, biminis, electrical systems, ballast pump, tank, hoses, and fuel systems.
• Uncap and reassemble boats and trailers, including installing/uninstalling and aligning motors and transmissions, and performing blister fill/bondo work.
• Familiar with Lake Test procedures.
• Perform New Model and Model Change DVP&R testing.
• Perform Warranty/Returned Part testing.
• Complete 5S projects.
• Maintain engineering shop / test equipment.
• Weighing boats.
• Fuel and maintain engineering DV boat fleet.

What This Job Offers

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