Maintenance Technician (F/H) - Hesse

Travelopia; Hesse; A distancia; EUR 28.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Annual bonus (up to 1 month)

Training and development

Uniform provided

Holiday discounts with Travelopia

Team-lead travel opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Le Boat, a proud member of Travelopia, invites applicants for a Maintenance Technician role in Hesse, France. The job covers boat preparation, winterization and commissioning, with on-site duties, rotating shifts and occasional off-site travel to support the fleet.

Experience with diesel engines, hydraulics and seaworthy repairs is preferred. Training is provided, and there is potential for full-time, part-time or seasonal employment depending on the season.

Formación

• Technical studies or hands-on experience related to diesel engines, hydraulic systems, water pumps, or general maintenance.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Clear communication within maintenance teams and with customers.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work on-site in France.
• Fluency in English and French; German a bonus.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain boats to high standards for customer satisfaction and reliability.
• Ensure boats are in pristine condition for presentation.
• Follow manufacturer maintenance schedules.
• Install electrical and mechanical equipment; perform small fiberglass repairs (training provided).
• Prioritize tasks with Head Tech & Base Manager and travel to off-site locations for emergency repairs.
• Participate in hauling/launching, commissioning, de-commissioning, and gas dock operations.
• Handle mechanical maintenance on 36 and 45ft fiberglass boats, including pumps, batteries, diesel engines and hydraulics.

Conocimientos

Diesel engines

Hydraulic systems

Water pumps

General maintenance

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

On-site work in France

English and French fluency

Willingness to travel

Descripción del empleo

Exciting Career Opportunity for Recent Graduates and Experienced Technicians!

Position: Maintenance Technician (F/H)
Location: Hesse, Grand-East, France
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Permanent
Line Manager: Head Technician

Are you a recent graduate looking to launch your career or an 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.

Your Role: Boat Maintenance 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.
• Work closely with the Head Technician to be responsibleof mechanical maintenance/repairs on 36 and 45ft. fiberglass boats, handling technical interventions on pumps, batteries, diesel engines, electrical, propane, and hydraulic connections.

• Duty Call out Technician is by Rota, could be required to cover the Region.

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, orgeneral maintenance.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
• Good communication skills to work together with Maintenance team and provide support to Customers.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work on-site in Hesse.
• Fluency in English andFrench
• Full eligibility to work in France.

Advantageous:

• Previous experience in boat maintenance is highly advantageous.
• A strong desire to learn and enhance technical skills.
• Ability to interpret specifications and installation instructions would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of marine diesels and proficient systems is a plus.
• Additional languages like German is a bonus.
• Passion for boating and prior experience are welcomed.

Working hours:

• Summer season: Apr – Oct off days Tue or Thurs plus Sunday with flexibility to work during weekends when it required.
• We are flexible! We can offer full time / part time, seasonal contract or permanent employment.
• Winter season: Nov – Mar; operating Mon – Fri

Why Choose Le Boat?

Le Boat, part of the Travelopia group, is the world’s leading provider of self-drive boating holidays, with over 55 years of experience. We offer an unforgettable holiday experience across Europe and Canada's inland waterways. Our fleet, crafted to suit all party sizes and budgets, requires no license or prior boating experience, making it accessible to everyone. With guests from around the globe, including North America, Germany, and France, Le Boat operates in 9 countries with France's Canal du Midi as the most famous and popular cruising ground.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience. Annual salary review and increase.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities. Career progression.
• Annual bonus based on Company’s target and individual performance (from €500 up to 1 month salary - for permanent employees)
• Extra payment for weekend work
• Le boat uniform
• Referral program and bonuses from £250 up to £500 equal to local currency / referral
• Access to Travelopia group benefits (holiday discounts)
• Exciting work environment with the No.1 provider of houseboat vacations in Europe and Canada.

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!