Seasonal Marine Equipment Technician

SOLitude Lake Management; Fair Haven (VT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Vacation days

Job summary

SOLitude Lake Management is hiring a Mechanical Specialist (I) to support mechanical application operations and equipment maintenance in field settings across multiple sites. You will learn and perform mechanical control applications, observe aquatic plant species, and assist in mobilization and staging of project tasks.

The role requires practical on-water equipment experience, a valid driver’s license, and readiness to travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of mechanical field experience.
• Comfortable with on-water equipment applications.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or with a group.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Positive attitude.
• Trustworthy and reliable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed.
• Complete OSHA 10, Hoisting, etc., certifications.
• Valid driver’s license from state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Learn and conduct mechanical control applications.
• Observe and identify aquatic plant species.
• Aid in mobilization/demobilization of equipment.
• Assist in staging environmental control measures per project/permit requirements.
• Operate watercraft, aquatic weed harvester, hydro-rake, loader, etc.
• Log project‑specific information in Mechanical log book.
• Provide Project Coordinator with timely project progression updates.
• Aid in the training of new employees on operating/maintaining mechanical equipment in the field.
• Support the Mechanical Division with maintaining/repairing equipment in a group setting.
• Log all maintenance and repair work performed on mechanical machinery in the affiliated log book.
• Submit all company authorized purchase receipts and work hours in an accurate, organized and timely fashion.
• Travel and lodge at various locations, project-specific

Skills

High school diploma or GED

1-2 years mechanical field experience

On-water equipment operation

Mechanically inclined

Self-motivated

Organized

Positive attitude

Trustworthy and reliable

Good communication skills

Willingness to travel

OSHA 10 / Hoisting certifications

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SOLitude Lake Management is hiring a Mechanical Specialist (I) to support mechanical application operations and equipment maintenance in field settings across multiple sites. You will learn and perform mechanical control applications, observe aquatic plant species, and assist in mobilization and staging of project tasks.

The role requires practical on-water equipment experience, a valid driver’s license, and readiness to travel.