Maintenance Technician / Boat Technician

Travelopia; Smiths Falls; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of inland waterway boating holidays as a Maintenance Technician. Your role involves maintaining boats, collaborating with the team, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Enjoy competitive pay, bonuses, and access to group benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus Based on Performance

Referral Program

Access to Group Benefits

Qualifications

• Technical studies or hands-on experience related to diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and general maintenance.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work on-site in Smith Falls.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fleet to high standards for customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Head Tech & Base Manager to prioritize tasks.
• Handle mechanical maintenance/repairs on fiberglass boats.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Prioritization Skills

Technical Skills

Fluency in English

Education

Technical Studies

Tools

Diesel Engines

Hydraulic Systems

Water Pumps

HVAC Repair

Job description

Exciting Career Opportunity for Experienced Maintenance Technicians!

Are youan experienced technician seeking new horizons? Look no further! Le Boat, a proud member of Travelopia, invites you to embark on a rewarding journey with us.

Why Choose Le Boat?

Le Boat, part of Travelopia, is the world’s leading provider of inland waterway boating holidays. Currently operating 37 bases in 9 countries, with a fleet of 950 charter boats, we attract more than 120,000 customers from all over the world each season. A global business working in 45 sources markets around the world with 6 sales offices (UK, Canada, Germany, France, South Africa & Australia). We have been established for over 50 years and are passionate about providing outstanding quality and service.

Your Role: Maintenance Technician / Boat Technician

As a valued member of the Le Boat team, you will play a pivotal role in preparing our boat yard for the upcoming season. Your responsibilities will include receiving boats, winter preparations, spring commissioning, fall hauling, and stocking the marine shop.

What You Will Be Doing:

- Maintain our fleet to the highest standards for customer satisfaction and reliability.
- Ensure boats are in impeccable condition for presentation.
- Follow manufacturer maintenance schedules.
- Gain hands-on experience in installing electrical and mechanical equipment, including small fiberglass repairs (training provided).
- Collaborate closely with the Head Tech & Base Manager to efficiently prioritize tasks.
- Be ready to travel to off-site locations for emergency repairs.
- Participate in hauling/launching, commissioning, de-commissioning, and gas dock operations as required.
- Take charge of mechanical maintenance/repairs on 36 and 45ft. fiberglass boats, handling technical interventions on pumps, batteries, diesel engines, electrical, propane, and hydraulic connections.

What We Are Looking For:

Skills, Experience, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Training

- Technical studies or hands-on experience related to diesel engines, hydraulic systems, water pumps, or HVAC repair and general maintenance.
- A strong desire to learn and enhance technical skills.
- Ability to interpret specifications and installation instructions.
- Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to work on-site in Smith Falls and occasionally attend at Ottawa base
- Fluency in English is required
- Full eligibility to work in Canada.

Advantages:

-Previous experience in boat maintenance is highly advantageous.
- Knowledge of marine diesels and proficient systems is a plus.
- Passion for boating and prior experience are welcomed.

We Offer:

- Competitive salary based on experience plus bonus depending on company performance and individual KPI's.
- Referral program.
- Access to Travelopia group benefits.
- Summer season: Apr – Oct ; (weekend work required)
- Duty Call out Technician is by Rota, could be required to cover the region.
- Winter season: Nov – Mar; occasionally as the marina is closed

Join the market leader and become part of the No.1 provider of houseboat vacations in Europe and Canada! Le Boat offers you the opportunity to work with the world's largest fleet of luxury houseboats in the most breathtaking boating destinations. Your journey starts here – come aboard!

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