What we ask of you
This position reports to the General Manager and is part of the Service Management team that is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the service department. This is a team leadership position including but not limited to developing and maintaining positive customer and employee relations, scheduling technicians, taking service calls, creating work orders, generating job estimates, and daily review of technicians’ time.

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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND QUALITIES:

• 3 years of related management experience

• Ability to multi-task, managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to be a team player at all levels for the organization.

• Ability to execute his or her responsibilities in a highly professional and proactive fashion

• Maintain a positive and motivated work environment.

• Respond to and resolve customer disputes in a timely manner

• Able to build and maintain customer relationships

• Experience estimating repairs, hours and costs

 

What we offer

 

A competitive compensation package based on your experience and a 4-day or 5-day work week - your choice

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, 401k plus match, paid holidays, PTO, and so much more!

 

Being part of Hodgdon Yachts, a family-owned company since 1816(!), means that we have access to an unrivaled history and deep knowledge of boats and boat owners. We have access to a work force of highly skilled tradesmen and women and innovative engineering team. The opportunity for staff exchange across divisions provides a range of opportunities and keeps our employees engaged and continually learning new skills.

 

The team that we’re looking to grow is a passionate, authentic, dedicated, and hard-working group. We care about innovation, teamwork, respect, flexibility, having a positive attitude, and exceeding expectations. If this sounds like you, please reach out with your resume or inquiries to humanresources@hodgdonyachts.com.

POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for all aspects of marine equipment operation and routine maintenance; general boat yard labor including but not limited to, launching, and hauling of boats and docks; provide maintenance support to the Facilities/Maintenance Manager as requested.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES (may include but are not limited to)

• Operation of equipment to launch and haul power and sail boats of various sizes.

• Operation of equipment to move, place and store boats of various sizes on blocks and stands indoors and outdoors.

• Assisting with stepping/un-stepping masts and engine re powers.

• Operating fork trucks to transport materials, move boats.

• Towing and moving vessels over land to Hodgdon facilities and other locations as necessary.

• Performing the basic daily maintenance/service requirements of all Hodgdon equipment.

• Performing tasks requested by the Facilities/Maintenance Manager at any of the Hodgdon facilities (Includes sweeping, washing, painting, constructing, transportation, dock repair, etc.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Heavy equipment operation experience preferred but not required. Training will be provided where necessary.

• Must be able to follow directions and work well within large groups of people.

• Must be able to meet the requirements of the schedule, i.e. being at work as scheduled and on time.

• Ability to wear a respirator when required.

• Must wear personal protection equipment.

 

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Marine travel lift

• Negative lift forklift

• Diesel and LP forklifts

• Grinders/sanders/polishers and other various power/battery operated hand tools

• Company vehicles (trucks, vans, etc.)

• Other equipment as provided and necessary

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Outdoors most of the time

• Occasional extreme indoor and outdoor temperatures.

• Exposure to various elevations.

 

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS:

• Flexibility to work in the standing, squatting, or kneeling position, as well as reaching overhead with occasional twisting and bending while performing any tasks.

• Stair and ladder climbing are required.

• Ability to work in small spaces.

• Minimal lifting required above 50 lbs.

 

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

• Schedule is Monday-Thursday from 6am to 430pm.

• Spring, Fall and from time to time it may be necessary to work additional shifts or on weekends. Advance notice of not less than 24 hours will be provided for required overtime shifts or schedule changes.

• Must work as part of a team.

• Must be punctual.

 

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

 

If you are interested in joining our team, please email: hr@hodgdonyachts.com. 

Job Summary:  Marine Systems Technician position includes but is not limited to repair and service on all types of marine engines, both gasoline and diesel, with an emphasis on diesel inboard, stern drive, and generator applications.  

Major Responsibilities/Activities: Duties include commissioning/decommissioning, troubleshooting and repair of water systems, engines, refrigeration systems, AC and DC heating/cooling systems, electrical systems and heads. Working with Service Managers to provide estimates for system upgrades and repairs typical to marine systems. Ability to research in catalogs, on-line, through dealer portals and service/parts manuals and computer sources is preferred.

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Extensive experience with marine engines, electronics and boat systems on vessels up to 65 feet.

• Must have strong attention to detail and maintain cleanliness on projects both during and upon completion.

• Must be able to work independently and have high quality work ethic.

• Must be a self-starter, able to manage projects on your own and have excellent customer service skills with the ability to effectively communicate directly with customers and service managers.

 

Education Requirements: Some level of American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) certification and/or any manufacturer training preferred.

Essential Mental Functions: Contact with customers is often necessary and therefore employees are expected to be courteous and follow uniform rules. Customers may not direct employees to perform any unauthorized work; all additions to any work orders must be approved by Service Managers.

Essential Physical Functions: A job placement assessment is required for all new hires.

Working Conditions: Working on and around boats requires extra attention to safety. Protection of the work area for both the boat, customers and employees is always required. Protection/safety products are available to the employees and are located in the main building.

Equipment Used: The Boatyard requires Mechanics to bring with them all the necessary tools to perform the work outlined above. Specialty tools are provided by Hodgdon and are to be taken care of and returned when a job is completed. A space will be provided for storage of employee’s tools and an area for shop work. The employee is expected to keep that area clean at all times and follow the Yard’s Safety and Waste Disposal Policies.

 

If you are interested in joining our team, please email: hr@hodgdonyachts.com.