Location: San Diego, California
Title: Marine Technician I
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

At LBYD Federal, "Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsive", is our motto we live by and practice each day. With the capability to produce high quality designs in a fun, supportive and exciting atmosphere, we recognize our employees are our greatest asset. We offer an exciting variety of opportunities for employees to develop and grow their careers, working alongside diverse and supportive team members to achieve success. We maintain our responsiveness to clients and partners by allowing our employees the autonomy to achieve success.

Along with a competitive benefits package and 401(k) matching, we strive to maintain a 98% employee retention rate, by providing our employees endless growth opportunities. Unique opportunities such as a formalized mentorship program, professional development through North Wind University, a wellness program, celebrating our employees time with us through our employee service awards program, and many others meant to enhance the employee experience ultimately led to high employee satisfaction. Additionally, we strive to support the communities we live, work, and enjoy by taking part in community fundraisers, and volunteering through local and national organizations.

We give you the flexibility to achieve your best work by offering hybrid working options, while fostering a culture of inclusivity, equity and diversity, creating a workplace we feel everyone can achieve success. We take pride in the impact our employees make as leaders, no matter the level within the organization. You will be connected with like-minded, high achieving individuals upon joining our organization leading and participating in the most challenging designs across the world.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Marine Technician I is responsible for assisting senior technician and Team Lead. The MT I will assist in performing maintenance duties, some electrical, steering, fuel system repairs and performing minor inflatable repair.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Familiar with all shop hand & power tools.
• Perform routine repairs and preventative maintenance of boat trailers.
• Operate all boats, vehicles & support equipment under shop responsibilities.
• Perform basic routine maintenance & repairs on tractors.
• Maintain fueling of support equipment & reserve fuel.
• Maintain shop, hazmat lockers & satellite accumulation area.
• Assist senior technician with their tasks. Support on going parts & equipment inventory.
• Perform routine parts and equipment drop off and pickups.
• Perform 12v electrical repairs & installation of 12v electrical equipment.
• Hydraulic & mechanical steering system repairs and installation.
• Perform vertical and horizontal arc welding repairs and fabrication.
• Fuel system repairs and rigging.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform minor repairs to Hypalon and PVC inflatable boats. Up to one inch hole.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance & repairs of support small gasoline powered equipment.
• Diesel powered hot high-pressure sprayer.
• Gasoline powered: pumps, generators, air compressor, hydraulic winches.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

• Johnson/Evinrude Advanced Servicing Certified (OB1)
• Mercury Outboard Technician Certified
• 2 years of Johnson/Evinrude Outboard service experience.
• 2 years of Mercury Marine Outboard service experience

Skills and Abilities:

• 12v marine electrical system understanding.
• hydraulic & mechanical steering systems comprehension.
• Boat rigging: controls, instrumentation, electrical and fuel systems.
• Launching and Recovering Boats on Trailers
• Operating Compact Tractors Manual and Automatic

Special Requirements:

DBIDS Military Badging, NIWC Badging


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to obtain certifications for forklift operations, Boat Coxswain & CAT 3 Floor Crane from NAVY.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Climbing into, around and inside boats. Working inside bilge hatches, consoles, under boats while on trailers. Climbing ladders to piers, walking along docks and periodic trouble calls on the water.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Working Outdoors, Open Air Shop

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.