Marine Electrical & Electronics Technician

Norton Yacht Sales; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Yacht Sales is seeking a marine electrical technician to troubleshoot and commission new boats, install electrical and Electronic systems, and integrate modern navigation gear across a range of Jeanneau, Bennington, Saffier, and late-model cruising vessels.

You will diagnose 12V/24V DC systems, work with AC shore power, panels, GFCIs, and isolation transformers, install inverters and distribution gear, and support NMEA networks with GPS/radar/MFD setups, while maintaining ABYC E-11

Qualifications

• 2+ years marine electrical/electronics experience.
• Strong knowledge of 12V/24V DC systems.
• Experience with marine electronics + NMEA networks.
• Ability to read electrical diagrams.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair 12V/24V DC systems.
• Work on AC shore-power, panels, GFCIs, and isolation transformers.
• Install inverters, chargers, switches, and distribution equipment.
• Perform battery testing, installation, and load analysis.
• Ensure ABYC E-11 compliance and support navigation electronics.

Skills

Marine electrical

NMEA networks

Reading electrical diagrams

12V/24V DC systems

ABYC E-11 knowledge

Customer orientation

Education

ABYC Electrical Certification

NMEA MEI or Advanced MEI

Tools

GPS

Radar

AIS

VHF

Autopilot

MFDs

Job description

This technician plays a key role in electrical troubleshooting, new-boat commissioning, system installations, and modern electronics integration across Jeanneau, Bennington, Saffier, and late-model cruising vessels.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Systems

• Diagnose and repair 12V/24V DC systems
• Work on AC shore-power, panels, GFCIs, and isolation transformers
• Install inverters, chargers, alternators, switches, and distribution equipment
• Perform battery testing, installation, and load analysis
• Ensure all work adheres to ABYC E-11 standards

Electronics & Navigation

• Install and service GPS, radar, AIS, VHF, autopilot, MFDs
• Build and troubleshoot NMEA 2000 networks
• Support new-boat commissioning and customer orientation

Qualifications

Required

• 2+ years marine electrical/electronics experience
• Strong knowledge of 12V/24V DC systems
• Experience with marine electronics + NMEA networks
• Ability to read electrical diagrams
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to work in tight spaces

Preferred

• ABYC Electrical Certification
• NMEA MEI or Advanced MEI
• Two-week paid Christmas shutdown
• Paid holidays + PTO
• Year-round stable work
• Family-owned culture built on trust and craftsmanship

We’re always looking for great people who are passionate, motivated, and ready to grow.