Boat Rigger

Bass Pro Shops; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading retailer as a Boat Rigger, where you'll be responsible for installing and connecting motors and accessories on boats. This entry-level position offers a hands-on experience in a vibrant work environment while ensuring excellent customer service. Ideal for candidates with a High School diploma and mechanical skills, providing an opportunity to grow with fantastic employee benefits.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Discounts on retail merchandise

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical and power tools.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in non-air conditioned environments.

Responsibilities

• Rigging boats and installing accessories according to specifications.
• Notifying issues with rigging to management.
• Testing each unit for proper and safe operation.

Skills

Ability to deal with electrical systems

Customer communication

Relationship management

Education

High School education or equivalent experience

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Rigger uses mechanical and power tools to install and connect motors and accessories on boats or ATVs as per factory specifications or as specified on work orders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supports a strong commitment to world class customer service and ensures a pleasant and productive shopping experience for all customers.
• Rigs boat package per factory specifications.
• Rigs boat package as specified on work orders.
• Notifies Service Manager when rigging of specified unit received from manufacturer is not acceptable, if unit has problems that need additional work, or when customer’s request may not be possible or may cause a safety issue.
• Works in an efficient manner to maintain service schedules.
• Prepares loose motors or trailers for delivery to customer.
• Tests each unit for proper and safe operation using established marine service procedures.
• Follows work order procedures for requesting and obtaining parts, performing labor and completing paperwork and when requesting parts or performing labor not listed on work order.
• Compiles warranty packages per outlined process for every unit.
• Properly completes rigging checklist and assist with inspection process for each unit.
• Installs optional equipment and/or accessories as per customer’s request.
• Maintains a clean and professional work area.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.
  
  

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School education or equivalent experience
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

• Ability to deal with electrical systems and wiring when assembling engines and connecting all electrical/remote control attachments to a boat or ATV
• Ability to communicate in a friendly and professional manner to our customers and other associates
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Management, coworkers and customers
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Management, coworkers and customers
  
  

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• N/A
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for extended periods
• Ability to work in non-air conditioned environment
  
  

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

• Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.
  
  

Full Time Benefits Summary:

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!
  
  

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].

Bass Pro Shops

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Retail

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