Senior Marine Technician

Key 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
• Cook up 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

Travel & Deployment Requirements

• Primary base: Key West
• Regular travel to: U.S. Virgin Islands, Turks and Caicos
• Typical deployment structure may include rotational assignments (e.g., 2 weeks on-site / 1 week in base market)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision across remote locations

Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• ABYC Marine Technician certification (Diesel, Electrical, or Gasoline)
• Yamaha and/or Mercury factory-certified technician
• Familiarity with Axopar, Leopard, or similar catamaran/center console platforms
• Experience 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

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary based on experience and technical expertise
• Relocation Assistance
• Tool Allowance
• Advancement opportunities within a growing multi-location marine operation