Boat Shop Technician 2/Class

Fairlead Precision Manufacturing & Integration, Llc; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairlead Integrated, LLC. in Portsmouth, VA is hiring for skilled trades technicians to perform in-depth service and troubleshooting on inboard/outboard engines, jets, and stern drives.

You will work with electrical systems, nav/lighting, and shore power to support ongoing marine projects in a shop and field setting. The role requires reading and understanding drawings, meeting NAVSEA standards, and maintaining safe, organized work environments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 0-3 years experience in the marine preservation industry.
• Basic trade knowledge, such as the use of job-related tools and equipment.
• Personal tools are required; Fairlead has specialty tools and manufacturer-specific tools.
• Strong work ethic (flexible, reliable, and punctual).
• Must be able to complete assigned work in an efficient and timely manner.
• High mental and visual effort required.
• Capable of reading and understanding work specifications and associated drawings and references.
• Ability to obtain government issued base ID.

Responsibilities

• Ability to accomplish more in-depth service and troubleshooting all inboard and outboard engines.
• Ability to accomplish more in-depth repairs and provide troubleshooting on Jets and stern drives.
• Familiar and able to work and troubleshoot most electrical systems (basic switch and breaker panels, bilge pumps, navigation, lighting, engine monitoring systems, shore power, etc.).
• Ability to work on any boat on contract currently.
• Able to make most electrical runs and terminations on ongoing projects in the shop.
• Troubleshoot and repair most systems on vessels per specification within work package.
• Good understanding of all government provided drawings.
• Effectively work to NAVSEA standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work multiple ongoing projects on and off-site.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain quality work throughout projects.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment daily.
• Regular and predictable attendance is considered an essential function of all roles at Fairlead, and employees are expected to meet this standard
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Personal tools

Specialty tools

Job description

3128 VICTORY - PORTSMOUTH, VA 23702 US (Primary)

Category

Skilled Trades

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ability to accomplish more in-depth service and troubleshooting all inboard and outboard engines.
• Ability to accomplish more in-depth repairs and provide troubleshooting on Jets and stern drives.
• Familiar and able to work and troubleshoot most electrical systems (basic switch and breaker panels, bilge pumps, navigation, lighting, engine monitoring systems, shore power, etc.).
• Ability to work on any boat on contract currently.
• Able to make most electrical runs and terminations on ongoing projects in the shop.
• Troubleshoot and repair most systems on vessels per specification within work package.
• Good understanding of all government provided drawings.
• Effectively work to NAVSEA standards.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to work multiple ongoing projects on and off-site.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain quality work throughout projects.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment daily.
• Regular and predictable attendance is considered an essential function of all roles at Fairlead, and employees are expected to meet this standard
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

Qualifications and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-3 Years experience in the marine preservation industry
• Basic trade knowledge, such as the use of job-related tools and equipment
• Personal tools are required, Fairlead has specialty tools and manufacturer-specific tools
• Strong work ethic (flexible, reliable, and punctual)
• Must be able to complete assigned work in an efficient and timely manner
• High mental and visual effort required
• Capable of reading and understanding work specifications and associated drawings and references
• Ability to obtain government issued base ID

Physical Requirements

While performing these job duties, the employee is routinely required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

• This position is performed in a marine environment, with some local travel between facilities.

Our Workplace Commitment

At Fairlead, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, ethical, and high-integrity work environment. Every team member is expected to uphold our HOLD FAST values through:

• Legal Compliance & Ethics: Strictly adhering to all applicable laws, company policies, and regulatory standards.
• Transparency: Fostering open, honest communication and accountability across all levels of the organization.
• Conflict-of-Interest Prevention: Actively identifying, disclosing, and avoiding situations where personal interests conflict with professional responsibilities.
• Zero Tolerance for Discrimination & Harassment: Maintaining a safe, respectful workplace free from any form of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.

Job Requirements

# of Hires Needed

2

Salary Grade

$21.32 - $31.98

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