Outboard Engine Mechanic

Bowhead; Kingsland (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowhead seeks an experienced Outboard Engine Mechanic to join our team in Kingsland, Georgia. The role focuses on installing, rigging and de-rigging, diagnosing, and repairing customer outboard engines, boats and trailers, ensuring high-quality workmanship.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, current Suzuki/Honda/Tohatsu/Yamaha certification, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Travel to local customers within 50 miles is expected, with some sales duties on the lot.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of and experience with repairing, maintaining and conducting complete maintenance and overhauls of Boats.
• Experience installing or modifying Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) systems on boats and propulsion systems including fiberglass and aluminum hulls.
• Current Suzuki, Honda, Tohatsu or Yamaha Outboard Technician Certification is required.
• Experience with fiberglass and aluminum repairs is a plus; aluminum weld repairs per ANSI/AWS D3.7 is desirable but not required.
• Valid Driver’s License is required; ability to obtain a US Passport.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work in tight spaces; must have own hand tools (special tools provided).
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.

Responsibilities

• Installing, rigging/de-rigging, diagnosing and repairing customers' outboard engines, boats and trailers.
• Maintaining appearance of vessels up to 25' on the sales lot and engaging in sales of boats, trailers and engines.
• Travel between the workshop in Kingsland, GA and local customers up to 50 miles will be required.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Outboard Engine Mechanic (KLGA-2026-26490):

Bowhead seeks an experienced Outboard Engine Mechanic to join our team in Kingsland, Georgia.

Responsibilities

Essential functions include but are limited to installing, rigging/de-rigging, diagnosing and conducting repairs on customersoutboard engines, boats and trailers. Additional responsibilities will be for maintaining the appearance of vessels up to 25' that are on the sales lot, meeting with customers and conducting sales of boats, trailers and engines. Travel between the workshop in Kingsland, Georgia and local customers (up-to 50 Miles) will be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of and experience with repairing, maintaining and conducting complete maintenance and overhauls of Boats.
• Must have experience in installing or modifying Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) systems and other equipment installed on boats. Experience must include work completed on fiberglass and aluminum hull boats as well as outboard propulsion systems.
• Must have current Suzuki, Honda, Tohatsu or Yamaha Outboard Technician Certification.
• Experience conducting fiberglass and aluminum repairs is a plus. Having the capability to conduct aluminum hull weld repairs in accordance with American National Standards Institute/American Welding Society standard - ANSI/AWS D3.7. is desirable but not required.
• Valid Driver’s License is required and qualified candidates must be able to obtain a US Passport. Able to lift 50lbs on occasion and work in tight and cramped spaces on small boats, Primary work is inside a non-air conditioned shop, Employee must have own hand tools, special tools and diagnostic equipment will be provided.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts, ability to work well with Customers.
• Certifications from Mercury, or BRP is a plus.
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: There are currently no Security Clearance requirements for this position; however, candidates must be able to successfully pass a background check. Due to the location of this work, US Citizenship is required. Bowhead reserves the right to change this requirement if necessitated by business needs or contractual obligations. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements.

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