Pride Marine Group is currently seeking a Marine Technician. If you are an experienced mechanic or looking to start your career as an apprentice, then you should join our Kingston Crew!
Who We Are
For over 40 years, Pride Marine Group has been creating personalized watercraft experiences. We don’t just sell boats—we help bring customer’s visions for a life well lived to reality by connecting them to the vessel that will take them where they want to go and through our unparalleled service.
What You Bring to the Role
- Exceptional diagnostic skills, both mechanical & electrical
- Ability to work independently when required
- Excellent communication skills
- Health & safety conscious
- Ability to mentor Apprentice Marine Technicians
What You’ll Do
- Actively contribute to a positive team culture and work cohesively across all departments to achieve shared goals
- Inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair different types of boats
- Complete pre-delivery and final delivery inspections
- Test and repair inboard and outboard engines, hulls, propellers, navigational systems, electrical systems, steering gears, and boat accessories using various diagnostic equipment
- Work with the CSR’s to provide proper diagnostic information, photos, videos and labour quotes
- Complete all internal documentation for evaluations and warranty work
- Monitor workflow to determine if scheduled time will be met or if an adjustment is needed to stay in budget
- Work closely with parts to obtain requirements needed to complete the job (both in stock and ordered parts)
- Maintain up to date knowledge on new and emerging technologies in marine service
- Earn and maintain training and certifications for company brands
- Work closely with Location Manager to create a personalized training plan
- Provide hands on training and support to Apprentice Marine Technicians
- Support yard crew, detailers and other crew as needed
- All other duties as assigned
What We’d Like From You
- 3+ years experience in the Marine industry or related experience required
- Marine Technician or automotive diploma considered an asset
- Able to work irregular hours during peak periods including weekends
- Ability to lift, push, kneel and reach, including in high locations
- Ability to work on and off site as required
- Able to work in variable weather conditions
- Valid Drivers License required
- Pleasure Craft Operator Card required
What’s In It For You
- Full benefits
- Employee assistance program
- Hourly bonus based on billable hours
- Defined training plan
- $2,000 annual tool allowance
- Demo boat for shared employee use at each location
If you think you are the right candidate for the job, please submit your resume. For more information on Pride Marine Group, you can check out our website or social media. We look forward to hearing from you.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be accepted throughout the hiring process.
In accordance with the Employment Standards Act, please be advised that we use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.
We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes all applicants. We thank you for your interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kingston, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- When are you able to start employment with Pride Marine Group?
Experience:
- Marine Technician: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Marine technician certification (preferred)
- Driving Licence (required)
- Pleasure Craft Operator Card (required)
Work Location: In person
