Marine Mechanic - Willow Beach

Guest Services, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Guest Services, Inc. is seeking a Marine Mechanic to perform maintenance and replacement tasks on tour boats and rental fleets. The role requires diagnosing mechanical issues, conducting routine maintenance, and ensuring USCG inspection readiness.

The position involves creating work orders, billing accuracy, and coordinating with captains, Coast Guard inspectors, and site managers. Environmental guidelines and safety are emphasized in daily operations.

Qualifications

• Repair fiberglass and aluminum hulls to USCG specs.
• Diagnose mechanical issues and perform routine maintenance.
• Knowledge of 12V electrical systems for diagnostics.
• Hydraulic, plumbing and electronics knowledge.
• Towing experience required for bottom repairs and hurricane prep.
• Good communication with captains, Coast Guard inspectors and site managers.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical issues on marine equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and ensure USCG inspection readiness.
• Create and manage work orders; ensure correct billing.
• Participate in daily team meetings by phone or Teams.
• Adhere to environmental guidelines and local program standards.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Fiberglass repair

Aluminum hull welding

12V electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Plumbing

Electronics

Towing experience

Office 365

Driver's license

Tools

Office 365

Job description

Compensation Amount: 25.00 USD Hourly

Job Summary

The Marine Mechanic performs various marine maintenance and replacement tasks assigned by the manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Take a methodical approach to diagnose all types of mechanical issues, perform routine maintenance, and ensure compliance for USCG inspections on our tour boats and rental fleet.

Complete courses and other trainings pertaining to the position.

Use a proactive approach to environmental stewardship and ensure all work is performed under the Florida Clean Marina Program guidelines.

Create work orders and ensure they are billed to the correct unit as assigned.

Participate in daily meetings by phone or Teams with direct supervisor.

All other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to repair Fiberglass and Aluminum hulls (welding) to USCG specs.
• Must have knowledge of 12v electrical systems to effectively diagnose and repair issues.
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic, plumbing, and electronics.
• Towing experience is required for bottom repairs and hurricane prep.
• Good communication skills will be needed to work with captains, Coast Guard Inspectors, and report to site managers at different operations.
• Computer proficiency with the ability to utilize Office 365.
• A valid drivers license and clean driving record.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly frequent movements from place to place within the unit.
• Bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
• Lifting, carrying, and pushing up to 25 lbs. regularly, 30-35 lbs. frequently, and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to stand for the entire work day.
• Climbing steps regularly.
• Working in wet and slippery conditions.
• Frequently working in an outdoor, hot, and damp environment.
• Frequently immerses hands in water.
• Withstanding temperature extremes in outdoor environments and inclement weather.
• Reading and writing work-related documents in English.
• Speech recognition and clarity, including the ability to understand the speech of customers and co-workers and the ability to speak clearly so that you can be understood by customers and co-workers in English.
• Physical presence at the job site is essential to perform job duties.

EQUIPMENT USED

A work vehicle and specialty tools will be provided, but you will need to have basic tools to perform most tasks.

BACKGROUND

Founded in 1917, Guest Services has worked tirelessly to earn the reputation as the premier hospitality management company and National Park Service concessionaire in the United States. Guest Services takes great care and pride in providing best-in-class services across a wide variety of client sites including luxury communities, hotels, resorts, government and business dining facilities, full-service restaurants, state and national parks, outdoor recreation, boathouses, marinas, museums, conference centers, senior living communities, health care systems, school and university dining facilities, and specialty retail stores.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Guest Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and promotion without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

We embrace Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the richness it brings to our company. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive workplace where individuals can bring their whole selves to work, enabling them to provide the best level of service to our diverse customer base.