Marine Technician (Mid-Level)

Red Hospitality & Leisure; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Tool Allowance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Red Hospitality & Leisure seeks a Marine Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain a diverse fleet across the Florida Keys, Turks & Caicos, and U.S. Virgin Islands. The role is based in the Florida Keys with regular travel to support operations across markets.

Qualified candidates bring 2–5+ years in marine diagnostics and diesel systems, plus knowledge of outboard engines and 12V/24V electrical systems. ABYC certification and USCG license are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years hands-on marine technician or diesel mechanic experience in commercial/charter environment.
• Proficiency with inboard diesel systems (Yanmar, Volvo Penta, Cummins or equivalent).
• Proficiency with outboard gasoline engines (Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, Suzuki or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair engines across catamaran, ferry, and center console hull types.
• Perform preventive maintenance, fluid services, impeller replacements, and zincs.
• Troubleshoot marine electrical systems, bilge systems, and instrumentation.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Outboard engine repair

Marine electrical systems

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

ABYC Marine Technician certification

USCG License (OUPV or higher)

Tools

FareHarbor

Fleet tracking systems

Job description

Overview

The Marine Technician independently performs diagnostics, maintenance, and repair across a diverse fleet, ensuring operational reliability across multiple locations in the Florida Keys, Turks & Caicos, and U.S. Virgin Islands. This role is based in the Florida Keys and requires regular travel to support operations across these markets.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair inboard diesel engines across catamaran, ferry, and center console hull types
• Diagnose and repair outboard gasoline engines (primarily Yamaha, Mercury, and Suzuki platforms)
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, fluid services, impeller replacements, and zincs
• Troubleshoot and repair marine electrical systems, bilge systems, and instrumentation
• Conduct pre-season and post-season commissioning/decommissioning across fleet
• Coordinate parts procurement, maintain parts inventory logs, and manage vendor relationships on-site
• Support haul-out coordination and work with boatyard partners as needed
• Document all service work in maintenance logs; update fleet status reports daily
• Communicate proactively with on-site operations managers and coordinate with shore-based fleet management
• Maintain a safe, organized mobile work environment; comply with all OSHA and marine safety standards
• Respond to urgent vessel breakdowns and service calls during deployment windows

Travel & Deployment Requirements

• This role requires travel (~50%) across multiple locations
• Primary base: Key West
• Regular travel to:
  • U.S. Virgin Islands
  • Turks and Caicos
• Typical deployment structure may include rotational assignments (e.g., 2 weeks on-site / 1 week in base market) depending on operational needs
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision across remote locations
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; must be able to meet entry requirements for assigned international destinations
• Physically capable of working in marine environments (lifting 50+ lbs, confined spaces, heat and humidity exposure)

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2–5+ years hands-on experience as a marine technician or diesel mechanic in a commercial or charter environment
• Demonstrated proficiency with inboard diesel systems (Yanmar, Volvo Penta, Cummins, or equivalent)
• Demonstrated proficiency with outboard gasoline engines (Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, Suzuki, or equivalent)
• Strong working knowledge of 12V/24V marine electrical systems
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision across remote locations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• ABYC Marine Technician certification (Diesel, Electrical, or Gasoline)
• Yamaha and/or Mercury factory-certified technician
• Experience with Axopar, Leopard, or similar catamaran/center console platforms
• Familiarity with FareHarbor, marine dispatch systems, or fleet tracking tools
• USCG Captain's License (OUPV or higher) a strong plus but not required
• Prior experience working with charter or resort-based marine operations
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus given our operating environment

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary aligned with experience and market benchmarks
• Relocation Assistance
• Tool Allowance
• Opportunities for career growth within a multi-location operation