Boat Yard Technician

Gage Marine Corporation; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gage Marine Corporation in Delavan, Wisconsin, is seeking a skilled Marine Mechanic to perform repairs and ensure customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical issues, maintaining certifications, and adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, mechanical expertise, and a valid driver’s license. A commitment to excellent service and a professional appearance is essential. This full-time position requires flexibility with shifts, including weekends and holidays, with physical demands like lifting and standing for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Must have essential mechanical and technical skills.
• Ability to communicate at a high level, both verbally and in writing.
• Good health and physical mobility.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and properly repair boats brought in for service.
• Ensure the service work performed completes the work order.
• Meet or exceed flat rate time allowance communicating any delays.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Description

• Marine Industry Mechanical Repairs


• Keep Manufacturer Boat and Engine Certifications up to date


• Treat all customers and coworkers with the courtesy and the respect they deserve


• Performing proper diagnostic procedures. Diagnose and properly repair boats brought in for service in a timely, professional manner


• Proactively looking for value-added service that can increase the hours per repair order and keep the unit in top condition. Inspect overall condition of each vessel and trailer, reporting any safety concerns or recommended additional service items to the Service Writer


• Ensure the service work performed completes the work order and work is approved prior to beginning. Advise service writer of diagnosis, needed repairs, cost estimate, and other repairs needed


• Complete all work tasks assigned as safely and efficiently as possible. Documenting and communicating any additional work needed.


• Complete all required paperwork or computer/database entries for job assigned, making all necessary remarks legibly on the work order, warranty parts, return parts, etc. Providing clear documentation of service in the form of the 3 C’s (concern, cause, and correction) and time tracking.


• Follow all service department policies and procedures for work orders, inspections, invoicing, etc.


• Meet or exceed flat rate time allowance communicating any delays with the advisor


• Strictly adhere to all company policies regarding safety, use of tools, equipment and vehicles


• Maintain dealership tools and equipment to ensure good working order and keep a clean, safe work space


• Stay current on manufacturer service bulletins


• Returning warranty parts promptly and properly tagging


• Properly tag all boats & equipment


• Utilize vendor support, tech manuals, service bulletins, and training materials.


• Submitting a complete parts request to the parts department with all unit information.


• Quality checking each repair.


• Removing all tools, rags, etc.


• Cleaning as you work and alert detail to any issues they need to address.


• Assisting the Service Advisor in explaining work to customers or getting an explanation of customer’s concern when communication is challenged.


• Returning all paperwork, keys, and unit to the proper place when finished.


• Informing management of any broken, damaged, worn or dangerous conditions, parts, or equipment.


• Striving for 100% customer satisfaction through fixing things right the first time.


• Submit suggestions for work improvements to Service Manager


• Attend training and seminars as needed to stay current on service procedures


• Other tasks as assigned by supervisor


• Maintain at least one (more are welcomed) mechanical Certification for our vendors.


• Performs other related duties as required or assigned


• Schedule Requirements and Physical Demands:


• Able to work an average of 40-50 hours per week.


• Able to work a variety of shifts, which include weekends, nights, days, and holidays.


• Able to walk and stand on your feet 8 to 10 hours at a time.


• Able to walk on tile, carpet, and up and down stairs.


• Able to lift up to 100 lbs using proper safety procedures


• Able to safely, responsibly and competently operate all vehicles and equipment related to Production.


• Able to bend, squat, twist, and be in confined spaces.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent


• Attention to detail


• Must have essential mechanical and technical skills


• Must have hand tools essential for the type of work assigned


• Have a valid state driver’s license


• Good health and physical mobility


• Professional appearance and positive attitude to all customers


• Ability to communicate at a high level, both verbally and in writing


• Organizational and computer skills are required for the position


• Be team-oriented, self-motivated, and process driven


• Ability to operate all equipment sold by the dealership


• Ability to pass a pre-employment background/drug screen