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Senior Marine Technician

@ Cruz Bay Watersports
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Key West, Florida, United States
$90k-$120k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:diagnose engines, maintain systems, troubleshoot electrical
Requirements Summary:Minimum 5 years hands-on marine technician/diesel mechanic; experience with diesel and gasoline engines; strong 12V/24V systems; ability to work independently at remote locations.
Technical Tools Mentioned:ABYC Certification, Yanmar, Volvo Penta, Cummins, Yamaha, Mercury, Suzuki, Diesel engines, Gasoline engines, Marine electrical systems
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Job Description

THE ROLE



The Senior Marine Technician leads complex diagnostics, maintenance operations, and fleet reliability across multiple locations in the Florida Keys, Turks & Caicos, and U.S. Virgin Islands.



This role is based in the Florida Keys with significant travel and supports consistency and performance across all operating markets—providing a unique opportunity to work across multiple Caribbean destinations while combining hands-on technical work with the experience of working in paradise.



 



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES




  • Diagnose and repair inboard diesel engines across catamaran, ferry, and center console hull types

  • Diagnose and repair outboard gasoline engines (primarily Yamaha, Mercury, and Suzuki platforms)

  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, fluid services, impeller replacements, and zincs

  • Troubleshoot and repair marine electrical systems, bilge systems, and instrumentation

  • Conduct pre-season and post-season commissioning/decommissioning across fleet

  • Coordinate parts procurement, maintain parts inventory logs, and manage vendor relationships on-site

  • Support haul-out coordination and work with boatyard partners as needed

  • Document all service work in maintenance logs; update fleet status reports daily

  • Communicate proactively with on-site operations managers and coordinate with shore-based fleet management

  • Maintain a safe, organized mobile work environment; comply with all OSHA and marine safety standards

  • Respond to urgent vessel breakdowns and service calls during deployment windows



TRAVEL & DEPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS




  • This role requires travel (~50%) across multiple locations

  • Primary base: Key West

  • Regular travel to:

    • U.S. Virgin Islands

    • Turks and Caicos



  • Typical deployment structure may include rotational assignments (e.g., 2 weeks on-site / 1 week in base market) depending on operational needs

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision across remote locations

  • Valid U.S. driver’s license

  • Legal authorization to work in the United States

  • Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; must be able to meet entry requirements for assigned international destinations

  • Physically capable of working in marine environments (lifting 50+ lbs, confined spaces, heat and humidity exposure)