Marine Technician Assistant

MARINE TECHNICIAN/ASSISTANT

Repair and maintain boats and other watercraft. Marine Service Technicians/Assistant use their knowledge, experience, and skills to repair and install engines, navigational equipment, operating systems, pumps, and steering mechanisms. Responsibilities include regular inspection and testing of engines, propellers, and steering mechanisms, as well as replacing valves and bolts. You should also be able to purchase the required tools and supplies. To be successful as a Marine Service Technician/Assistant, you should have excellent attention to detail and strong self-discipline. An outstanding Marine Service Technician/Assistant demonstrates great hand-eye coordination and should be able to follow written and verbal instructions.

DUTIES

• Cleaning, repairing, and maintaining all parts of the boat or vessel.
• Reading through repair and installation orders to determine the material, time, and equipment required.
• Scraping away old paint, barnacles, and debris from vessels.
• Removing and replacing rotted or rusted sections of the vessel.
• Constructing replacement parts using drawings, saws, and various hand and power tools.
• Testing engines, propellers, steering, and navigational equipment.
• Mixing and applying paint, wax, and gel coats.
• Liaising and consulting with the supervisor and other relevant professionals and vendors.