Apprentice Marine Mechanic (Maintenance)

Safe Harbor Vineyard Haven, is Martha's Vineyards largest Full Service Marina and Service Facility. Do you like to challenge yourself? Do you love working on the water? Are you looking to grow within a world class organization? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we are ready for you. Company paid training, tool allowance and a wide skill set base to learn from are only a few things that set Safe Harbor apart. We strive for protection and unparalleled customer satisfaction and are looking for the right person to learn and grow as part of our Team.

 

Housing is available and provided to the right candidate. Full Time & Part Time Roles Available.

 

Apprentice Marine Mechanics are committed to working under the observation of a SHM Teammate building basic skills and taking on additional tasks and responsibilities as their skills advance. The Apprentice will learn how to inspect, maintain, and repair boats of all kinds. Using diagnostic equipment, test and repair boat engines, hulls, propellers, rigging, masts, sails, and navigational equipment. They also install and test sanitation and refrigeration systems, electrical systems, steering gear, and accessories. This role may also be referred to as Apprentice (Technician).

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Apprentices will rotate through various specialty services and can expect to learn and assist in performing skills specific to moving equipment
• Assist with inspecting, maintaining, and repairing boats of all kinds
• Learn how to utilize diagnostic equipment to test and repair boat engines, hulls, propellers, rigging, masts, sails, and navigational equipment
• Assist installing and testing sanitation and refrigeration systems, electrical systems, steering gear, and accessories
• Learn how to troubleshoot, test, repair, replace, remove and install vessel systems and components
• Conduct thorough assessment prior to starting a job including; acknowledging the budgeted time and time frame for completion, proving the system and the element requiring service, sourcing parts if required
• Willingness to learn  knowledge of marine systems including electrical, plumbing & water systems
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install vessel systems and components including but not limited to: electrical, electronics, HVAC, plumbing & water systems (fresh, salt, and waste), gas and diesel engines
• Assign parts and purchases to the appropriate vessels/tickets
• Availability to work overtime in order to meet deadlines

 

Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

• Follow SHM Safety and Environmental rules and complete required related training.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (may include safety glasses, gloves, life jackets and/or hard hats) as required for the task or work area. 
• Report all accidents, injuries, spills and near misses immediately. 

 

Technical and Physical Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Technical school training preferred
• ABYC and/or manufacturer certifications preferred
• Ability to ascend and descend a ladder
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Basic boat handling skills preferred
• Knowledge of both gas and diesel engines preferred
• Boat owner or boating experience a plus

 

Minimum Soft Skills Qualifications

• Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company
• Consistently treats others with dignity and respect
• Genuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitude
• Frequently demonstrates a bias toward action
• Always communicates effectively and courteously with fellow teammates and members
• Continuously follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties
• Shows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive manner
• Gladly provides responsive, and high level of service to our teammates and members
• Eagerly puts forth the extra effort to accomplish duties
• Adapts quickly and efficiently to changing priorities in order to meet teammate or member needs

 

The Company

Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC (SHM) is the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world. As a fast-growing company, SHM cultivates a team dynamic of passionate individuals led by the sharpest minds in the industry in order to serve the vibrant boating community that encompasses the SHM network. SHM teammates are committed to thinking critically, providing outstanding service and building relationships with all that we serve. SHM offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with – and learn from – highly experienced professionals in the marine industry.  In addition, SHM offers eligible employees healthcare benefits, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and relocation opportunities.  #techniciancareers

 

Safe Harbor Marinas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Safe Harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  Additional disclosures available at https://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/.