Marine Technician / Boat Mechanic — Training & Growth

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Norfolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training and certification

Friendly team environment

Overtime during peak season

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking a skilled Marine Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of boats and marine engines. You will work with inboard, outboard, and sterndrive propulsion, ensuring safe and reliable performance.

The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical skills, attention to detail, and a passion for boating. We offer competitive pay, opportunities for training and certification, and a friendly team environment with potential overtime during peak season.

Qualifications

• Experience as a marine technician or boat mechanic.
• Knowledge of marine engines (Mercury, Yamaha, Volvo Penta, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems.
• Valid driver’s license (boating license a plus).
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical issues on boats and marine engines
• Perform routine maintenance (oil changes, tune-ups, winterization, etc.)
• Work on inboard, outboard, and sterndrive engines
• Troubleshoot fuel, electrical, and cooling systems
• Install and repair marine equipment and accessories
• Maintain accurate service records and communicate with customers as needed
• Ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently

Skills

Marine engine knowledge

Diagnostics and problem-solving

Hand and power tool proficiency

Electrical system understanding

Physical strength and stamina

Boat license preferred

Job description

Kaizen Lab Inc. in Norfolk, VA is seeking a skilled Marine Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of boats and marine engines. You will work with inboard, outboard, and sterndrive propulsion, ensuring safe and reliable performance.

The ideal candidate has hands-on mechanical skills, attention to detail, and a passion for boating. We offer competitive pay, opportunities for training and certification, and a friendly team environment with potential overtime during peak season.