Endurance Boat Driver

brunswick; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick in Florida is seeking a contract role to support engineering test activities on marine propulsion systems. You will operate watercrafts, record observations, and work closely with the test team to validate performance.

The ideal candidate has hands-on watercraft operation experience, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays in a dynamic outdoor setting. This contract role is not employed directly with Mercury Marine and offers growth within a

Qualifications

• Experience operating watercraft products safely.
• Current and valid driver's license.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate watercraft in accordance with engineering test procedures.
• Evaluate propulsion system functionality focusing on performance, NVH, driveability, and HMIs.
• Record technical observations in logs or data systems for marine engines and related products.
• Maintain facility, grounds and all test equipment; perform routine cleaning duties.
• Provide detailed verbal and written communication.
• Participate in site safety policies and safety meetings.

Skills

Watercraft operation

Mechanical understanding

Data recording

Coast Guard rules

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Are you ready for what's next?

Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond. Brunswick believes "Next Never Rests," and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation.

Do you wish your day job was driving a boat? Do you love being outdoors and on the water?

What you will be doing in the role:

• Operate watercraft in accordance with engineering test procedures.
• Evaluate the total functionality of the propulsion system from a perspective of: Performance
• Noise, Vibration and Harshness
• Driveability
• Human/Machine Interface
• Graphical User Interface
• Ergonomic Interface
• Record technical observations in logs, and/or electronic data storage/collection systems as requested for our marine engines and related products.
• Maintenance of facility, grounds, and all test equipment including routine cleaning duties.
• Provide detailed and concise verbal and written communication.
• Perform all work in accordance with site safety policies and participate in safety meetings.
• This role is a contract role, this role is not employed directly with Mercury Marine.

What you will bring to our winning team:

• Must be a self-starting, quick learning, and independent individual with a positive attitude and excellent work ethic.
• Ability to drive a multitude of boats at various, potentially high, speeds in varying and sometimes harsh Florida water/weather conditions for a sustained period of time.
• Must have a technical mind set and basic understanding of how internal combustion engines and marine propulsion systems work to be able to be "in tune" with the propulsion system being tested/monitored.
• Ability to technically record/write observations made during tests.
• Basic knowledge of computer data entry and data collection systems.
• Thorough knowledge of US Coast Guard Boating laws.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• This role is a contract role, this role is not employed directly with Mercury Marine.

What you need:

• High School diploma or GED
• Proven experience in the safe operation of watercraft products.
• Current and valid driver's license
• This role is a contract role, this role is not employed directly with Mercury Marine.

Next is Now!

We value growth and development, recognizing that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.

Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to innovation and inspiration and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] for support.