Marine Systems Technicians- Stratford, CT

Landing School; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooley Marine in Stratford, CT seeks a Marine Systems Technician to perform installation, maintenance and repair of marine systems and outboard engines. Duties include winterization, propulsion work, and electrical system installations, with emphasis on quality, safety and efficiency.

You will assist with loading/offloading vessels, conduct sea trials, and ensure work meets customer specs and industry standards. Collaboration and continuous improvement are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Winterization of vessels, including: winterize/commission marine engines and systems
• Paint vessel bottoms/detail vessels as needed
• Prep and shrink wrap vessels for winter storage as needed
• Spec/estimate & install engine repowers
• Perform routine and complex maintenance & repairs on outboard engines, addressing mechanical and electrical issues
• Conduct thorough inspections to assess mechanical and system integrity of vessels
• Provide professional advice on boat care, maintenance and follow-up services
• Assist with loading/offloading of vessels as needed
• Sea trial vessels as needed
• Install, inspect and maintain marine electrical systems (wiring, lighting, control panels, electronics)
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues
• Analyze processes for improvement and efficiency
• Streamline workflow to minimize waste
• Ensure outfitting meets standards, safety regulations and customer specs
• Quality control checks on installations and repairs
• Coordinate electrical work with team and management
• Understand project scope, schedule, hours, and delivery dates
• Handle interference removal and fitting new hardware
• Maintain marine systems stock and tools
• Assist supervisor with material/supplies specification
• Specify and organize job materials per task
• Maintain clean, organized workshop/j site
• General maintenance and repair for vessel projects
• Assist supervisor with training on techniques and best practices
• Aim for high performance and productivity
• Pursue continuous improvement

Job description

Compensation/Rate: $25-$55 / Hour

Marine Systems Technicians Cooley Marine

General Information

• Location: Stratford, CT
• Employee Type: Full Time
• Pay Range: $25-$55 / Hour

Description

Assist as instructed to complete vessel projects for on time & on budget delivery. Perform efficient and effective installations, maintenance and repair of marine systems and outboard engines. Perform non- electrical work for winterization such as shrink wrapping, bottom painting and detailing. Develop and maintain streamlined processes that ensure the highest quality of work in a lean and organized environment. Actively clean workspaces, equipment and workshop as needed to maintain a clean and professional workspace. Re-Stock unused materials and workshop supplies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Operations:

• Winterization of Vessels, Including:
  • Winterize/Commission marine engines and systems
  • Paint vessel bottoms/detail vessels as needed
  • Prep and shrink wrap vessels for winter storage as needed
• Spec/estimate & install engine repowers.
• Perform routine and complex maintenance & repairs on outboard engines, addressing both mechanical and electrical issues.
• Conduct thorough inspections to assess the mechanical and system integrity of vessels, ensuring all systems are in proper working order.
• Provide professional advice on boat care, maintenance, and any necessary follow-up services, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Assist with loading/offloading of vessels as needed.
• Sea trial vessels as needed.
• Install, inspect, and maintain marine electrical systems, including wiring, lighting, control panels, and electronic components.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues to identify and implement effective solutions.
• Analyze existing processes to identify areas for improvement and increased efficiency
• Streamline workflow to minimize waste in time, resources, and materials
• Ensure all outfitting meets industry standards, safety regulations and customer specifications
• Conduct thorough quality control checks on completed installations and repairs
• Collaborate with other technicians, staff, and management to coordinate electrical work in alignment with overall project goals
• Understand project scope and processes required to complete project tasks
• Understand project schedule, allotted hours for tasks and delivery date
• Remove/ Replace interferences. Fit and Install new hardware
• Help develop and maintain marine systems stock, tools, etc.
• Assist supervisor with project material/ supplies specification
• Specify, organize, and maintain job materials for each project task and assignment
• Ensure a thoroughly clean area and maintain an organized and presentable workshop/ job site
• Assist with general maintenance and repair for all vessel projects as needed
• Assists Supervisor with training of employees on proper technique and best practices
• Work to achieve the highest levels of performance and productivity
• Seek continuous improvement