Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours

Position Title: Junior Marine Mechanic - Full Time, year-round permanent position
Reports To: Head Engineer
Position Overview: Start your engines! Reporting directly to the Head Engineer, the Junior Marine Mechanic will play a critical role as part of the Mechanics team. They will assist in the daily mechanics and maintenance of our fleet of 9 jet boat vessels. For this position, we're looking for a Certified Mechanic with a working knowledge of DC electrical systems. A diesel endorsement and experience in the marine or automotive industry is considered an asset.

Job Location

Niagara Falls/Queenston/Virgil

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:
As a seasonal operation, the responsibilities of the position will vary between the operating season and the off-season.

Spring/Summer
-On-water maintenance of jet boat engines, jet drives, marine electronics, hydraulics and fire safety equipment
-Servicing of marine engines and propulsion systems and all ancillary equipment
-Assist with maintenance of sea water cooling systems
-Assist with maintenance of steering/control systems
-Misc. daily maintenance and duties as required

Fall/Winter
-Assist with end-of-season vessel haul-outs
-Assist with the development of year-end preventative maintenance programs
-Assist in vessel winterizations
-Assist with in-shop rebuilds, modifications and repairs of Marine Engines and Systems
-Assist with preparation of haul for new topcoat painting and underwater anti-fouling
-Misc. daily maintenance and duties as required

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate would have or acquire:
-Certified Mechanic
-Diesel endorsement is considered an asset
-Experience in Marine or Automotive industry is preferred
-Working knowledge of DC electrical systems

Base Salary

$23.50-$25.00/hr

Work Hours

-7:00am to 5:00pm during peak (summer) season, full time, weekends, holidays
-8:00am to 4:30pm in winter season, Monday to Friday

Benefits

-Group health insurance and benefits
-Paid time off

Experience Requirements

Certified Mechanic

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