Company: Wiarton Marina Ltd. O/A Wiarton Marina

Business information: Wiarton Marina is a unique full service, deep water marina. We offer a complete array of mechanical, electrical and rigging services for both power and sail.

Business address: Box 1270, 827 Bayview St., Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0

Work location: Same as above

Type of Employment: Full Time– Permanent

Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible

Job Description:

• Assemble marine engines and related components
• Coach and instruct apprentices
• Detect and troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions
• Read manuals and drawings to determine work requirements
• Repair or replace defective machinery parts
• Supervise other workers
• Estimate costs and materials
• Perform routine maintenance work on boats
• Installing machinery and equipment
• Commission systems and components on boats
• Provide technical and professional advice
• Troubleshoot and repair various marine engines, transmissions and systems
• Use electronic and computer diagnostic tools to troubleshoot

Requirements:

Education: Completion of secondary education is required.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the field is required OR if the worker doesn’t have the required experience, a college degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Experience with marine systems is required.
• Marine experience on both outboard and inboard outboard engines, marine electronics, and all boat systems including water, electrical systems, winterization and related equipment is required.
• At least 3 years of experience and knowledge of Mercury motors is a strong asset.
• Good general mechanically ability is an asset.
• A valid driver’s license (type G) is required to move boats.

Work conditions and physical capabilities: Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Bending, crouching, kneeling, Standing for extended periods, Work under pressure, Hand-eye co-ordination, Manual dexterity.

Personal suitability: Excellent oral and written communication, Team player, Flexibility, Judgement, Reliability, Organized.

Weight handling: Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Ability to supervise: 1-2 people.

Language: English is required.

Salary: $30.00 hourly, 40 Hours per week.

Benefits: Dental care, disability insurance, extended health care, life insurance, and store discount is provided. Bonus pay is provided by the employer.

Important information: Flexibility on schedule is required. The work schedule will be from Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Work on weekends may be required depending on the business needs.

Apply by e-mail to: robt@wiartonmarina.ca