Position Available for Immediate Hire - Excellent Compensation and Benefits
Applying in person is favorable - see address below
The service and installation technician at New England Bow Thruster works both in the field and at the shop on new installs and involved service work. this position demands the ability to work as a team and also independently as needed. While working at New England Bow Thruster you will learn to install bow and stern thrusters along with a wide variety of other marine items. Technicians shall provide excellent customer service while displaying a high level of skill and technical competency. Training is provided to obtain this level. The ability to travel is a must.
An ideal candidate will have electrical systems knowledge with experience diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical issues in DC and AC systems. the candidate also displays Fiberglass construction and repair expertise along with a can-do "get it done on time" attitude that true professionals possess.
Automotive/diesel or small engine repair and/or auto body experience is helpful. Techs with these backgrounds have had a high success rate and make the transition to our crew with ease.
For the past 15 years New England Bow Thruster has been lead by an industry veteran and a team of unmatched professionals driven by innovation and high quality of service. The company has continually grown from day one and has gained the reputation as the most widely respected leader in high quality Bow and Stern thruster installations, vessel stabilization systems, windlass systems and wireless vessel remote-control systems. We also provide a wide range of custom fabrication and marine systems services.
As such we are in need top notch talent to join the crew. Working for New England Bow Thruster is a fast paced, high reward career with the added benefit of learning from some of the best in the industry who support each other to success! It is never the same day twice here and opportunity to advance for the right tech is a continual limitless process. Come show us your skills today at one of the most respect marine companies in the Northeast.
Day to Day Technician Tasks
- Work with team members on bow and stern thruster installations and or service
- Electrical system installation and troubleshooting
- Fiberglass fabrication (will train)
- Hydraulic systems work
- Windlass anchoring systems installation and service
- Electronic engine control system installation and service
- Daily paperwork is all electronic, no paper.
Experience/Skills / Knowledge
- Preferred 1 year experience in boat repair, any field of automotive/auto body/diesel or small engine repair
- Working knowledge of AC/DC systems and multi meter use
- Ability to efficiently troubleshoot multi-system platforms (IE, - electrical/hydraulic and basic mechanical)
- Experience running boats is a big plus
- Provide an excellent customer experience. (polite friendly communicative clean professional )
- Experience with basic hand and power tools as well as table saws and router
- Excellent communication skills (including knowing when to ask for help)
- High aptitude for organization and accuracy of assigned jobs
- Ability to work independently and finish jobs on time
- Desire to work with your hands in a highly technical field
- Having pride in your work
- and for all sake...COMMON SENSE
- Being bi-lingual in English & Spanish is a plus
- Compensation is based on starting knowledge
Job type: full time
Pay: $20.00 -$23.00 per hour (Proven skills + experience obtain even higher rates.)
There is a 30-day skill evaluation/training period. At the end of this 30 days, a review will assess your learning and skills and pay rate may increase at this time
Excelling in your training or skills on or before 30 days, will also be recognized.
Benefits:
- Uniforms
- Health insurance
- Short- & long-term disability
- Paid vacation time
- Paid sick time
- Paid Holidays
- Paid monthly team building
- Company vehicles, travel per diem
- Employee discounts
- Bonus program – includes earned time off and monetary compensation for completed jobs before deadline and generating leads to turn into sales.
Schedule:
- Monday 7am start for weekly team meetings
- Monday – Friday with overtime regularly
- Weekends are rare and by request only
Education
- High school or equivalent (preferred)
License/certification:
- Driver’s License (required)
- DOT medical card (must acquire during 30-day period)
You are encouraged to apply in person at:
New England Bow Thruster - 800 Flanders Road, Building 10. Unit 3, Mystic, CT
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 52 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Commission pay
- Overtime pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Experience:
- Mechanical or Electrical Technician: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
