Junior Marine Technician: Hands-On Boat Diagnostics

brunswick; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Brunswick's Eclipse Marine Seneca is seeking a motivated Marine Technician Helper to support routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections on a range of boats. You will assist with oil changes, winterization, engine work, and diagnostics, gather tools, track time, maintain a safe workspace, and participate in training and boat shows as needed.

Ideal candidates have basic mechanical experience, are willing to pursue certifications, and can read/write professional summaries of work.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical or technical experience gained professionally or through personal projects.
• Willingness to pursue industry certifications and expand technical knowledge.
• Familiarity with tools and their uses; must provide personal basic-use mechanical tools and toolbox.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to read and write professional summaries of completed work.
• Commitment to safety standards.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Natural aptitude for troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Solid work ethic.
• Valid driver's license with a clean MVR and background check/drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic routine maintenance including oil changes, winterization, and spark plug & battery replacements.
• Assist with boat repairs, installations, and maintenance on engines and vessel components.
• Support technicians by gathering tools, checking parts inventory, filling fluids, and operating boats during diagnostics.
• Learn to diagnose mechanical and electrical issues with experienced technician support.
• Collaborate with the team to address repair challenges, establish workflows, and estimate timeframes.
• Review repair orders and vessel specifications to determine and assist with necessary work.
• Conduct safety inspections and review service histories to inform customers of recommended maintenance.
• Assist with light refurbishment work at select locations.
• Track time and labor for repair orders while minimizing non-billable tasks.
• Ensure boats are cleaned up before returning them to customers.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Certifications willingness

Tool familiarity

Computer literacy

Reading/writing reports

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Reliable work ethic

Driver's license

Education

Postsecondary education or trade cert

Job description

Brunswick's Eclipse Marine Seneca is seeking a motivated Marine Technician Helper to support routine maintenance, repairs, and inspections on a range of boats. You will assist with oil changes, winterization, engine work, and diagnostics, gather tools, track time, maintain a safe workspace, and participate in training and boat shows as needed.

Ideal candidates have basic mechanical experience, are willing to pursue certifications, and can read/write professional summaries of work.