Marine Rigger

Portland Yacht Services; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Training and professional development

Job summary

Portland Yacht Services in Portland, ME is seeking a Marine Rigger to join our Rig Shop. The position offers full-time year-round work on a wide variety of sailboats, from seasonal stepping and unstepping to rigging repairs and upgrades.

Ideal candidates have professional marine rigging experience or related hands-on backgrounds. We value attention to detail, proficiency with hand and power tools, and a commitment to safety and high-quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Previous professional marine rigging experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with sailing, boatyard, construction or fabrication.
• Comfort working at heights and with rigging hardware.
• Commitment to safe, high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Step and unstep masts.
• Inspect standing and running rigging; replace and service as needed.
• Fabricate and replace running rigging; splice line.
• Install furling systems; service winches and blocks.
• Assist with mast, boom, and spar projects.
• Tune sailboat rigs; perform seasonal commissioning.
• Work aloft when required; document work and materials used.
• Maintain tools and work areas; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Rigging

Sailboat knowledge

Hand & power tools

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Description

Portland Yacht Services is seeking a

Description

Portland Yacht Services is seeking a Marine Rigger to join our Rig Shop. Our Rig Shop specializes in the inspection, service, repair, installation, and maintenance of sailboat rigging, spars, and related equipment.

This position is full-time, year round and offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of sailboats and projects, from seasonal stepping and unstepping to rigging repairs, upgrades, and custom work.

Responsibilities

• Step and unstep masts
• Inspect standing and running rigging
• Replace and service standing rigging
• Fabricate and replace running rigging
• Splice line and prepare custom running rigging
• Install and service furling systems
• Service winches, blocks, travelers, and related sailing hardware
• Assist with mast, boom, and spar projects
• Install and replace rigging and deck hardware
• Tune sailboat rigs
• Perform seasonal commissioning and decommissioning of rigging
• Work aloft when required
• Maintain rigging tools, equipment, and work areas
• Accurately document work performed and materials used
• Follow established safety procedures

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and certifications
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Work in a dynamic and growing outdoor recreation industry

Requirements

Previous professional marine rigging experience is preferred, but we will consider candidates with sailing, boatyard, construction, fabrication, or other relevant hands‑on experience who are interested in learning the marine rigging trade.

Ideal Candidates Will Have

• Strong attention to detail
• Comfort working with hand and power tools
• Ability and willingness to work at heights
• Good problem-solving skills
• Dependability and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to safe, high-quality workmanship

Experience with sailboats, line splicing, standing rigging, mast work, or marine hardware is a plus.