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Boater's World Marine Centers
Marine Technician
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A Small Engine Mechanic maintains and repairs small engines like those in water craft, motorcycles, motorized bicycles, lawnmowers, and golf carts.
$47,393 / year median in Texas
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Join a Growing Marine Service Team in the Heart of DFW Boater's World Marine Centers is seeking an experienced, well-rounded Marine Technician to join our growing Service Department in Grand Prairie, Texas. This is not an entry-level technician position. We're looking for a highly skilled technician with 3-5+ years of marine dealership experience who is comfortable diagnosing, repairing, and servicing both outboard and inboard propulsion systems. The ideal candidate has strong diagnostic abilities, enjoys solving complex mechanical and electrical problems, and takes pride in delivering quality workmanship the first time. Our Grand Prairie location services a wide variety of boats and engine platforms, providing technicians with diverse work and year-round opportunities. If you're looking for a dealership that values technical ability, productivity, and professionalism while providing long-term career growth, we'd like to speak with you. What You'll Do Advanced Diagnostics & Repair Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, fuel, cooling, steering, hydraulic, and performance-related issues on both outboard and inboard powered boats. Utilize OEM diagnostic software, scan tools, service manuals, and manufacturer troubleshooting procedures. Interpret fault codes, engine history, live data, compression results, and electrical testing to accurately identify root causes. Perform water testing and sea trials when necessary to verify concerns and confirm completed repairs. Complete repairs according to manufacturer specifications while maintaining high quality standards and minimizing comebacks. Marine Service & Maintenance Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, preventative maintenance, and seasonal service. Service and repair gasoline inboard, sterndrive, and outboard engine platforms. Repair fuel, cooling, ignition, steering, charging, trim, hydraulic, and electrical systems. Inspect vessels for additional maintenance or repair needs and communicate recommendations through the Service Advisor. Rigging, Repowers & Installations Perform complete rigging, repowers, engine installations, and accessory installations. Install steering systems, controls, gauges, wiring, batteries, electronics, trolling motors, Power-Poles, jack plates, and other marine accessories. Verify proper engine setup, rigging, control operation, and overall vessel performance before delivery. Ensure all installations meet manufacturer and dealership quality standards. Documentation & Shop Operations Accurately document diagnostic findings, repairs, labor operations, and recommendations within the dealership management system. Maintain complete repair order documentation that clearly identifies the concern, cause, and correction. Follow manufacturer warranty procedures and dealership repair processes. Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment. Work closely with Service Advisors and Parts personnel to ensure efficient workflow and customer satisfaction. Team Collaboration Support fellow technicians by sharing technical knowledge and assisting with difficult diagnostic situations when needed. Contribute to a positive, professional, and team-oriented service department. Maintain productivity while delivering exceptional workmanship and customer satisfaction.