Boat Building Apprentice Jobs in Peekskill, NY (NOW HIRING)

Start building your career & gaining experience in the Marine Field today! Technicians (mechanic) Apprentices will work under the observation of a member of the technician crew building basic skills and gaining additional tasks and responsibilities as they improve. The Apprentice will learn how to inspect, maintain, and repair boats of all kinds. Using diagnostic equipment, test and repair boat engines, hulls, propellers, rigging, masts, sails, and navigational equipment. They also install and test sanitation and refrigeration systems, cabinetry, electrical systems, steering gear, and accessories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Apprentices will rotate through various specialty services and can expect to learn and assist in performing skills specific to moving equipment
• Assist with inspecting, maintaining, and repairing boats of all kinds
• Learn how to utilize diagnostic equipment to test and repair boat engines, hulls, propellers, rigging, masts, sails, and navigational equipment
• Assist installing and testing sanitation and refrigeration systems, cabinetry, electrical systems, steering gear, and accessories
• Learn how to troubleshoot, test, repair, replace, remove and install vessel systems and components
• Conduct thorough assessment prior to starting a job including; acknowledging the budgeted time and time frame for completion, proving the system and the element requiring service, sourcing parts if required
• Willingness to learn knowledge of marine systems including electrical, plumbing & water systems
• Troubleshoot, repair, and install vessel systems and components including but not limited to: electrical, electronics, HVAC, plumbing & water systems (fresh, salt, and waste), gas and diesel engines
• Assign parts and purchases to the appropriate vessels/tickets
• Complete ABYC systems or Electrical certification and attend Safe Harbor Tech 1 within first year of employment
• Availability to work overtime in order to meet deadlines

Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

• Follow SH Safety and Environmental rules and complete required related training.
• Wear proper personal protective equipment (may include safety glasses, gloves, life jackets and/or hard hats) as required for the task or work area.
• Report all accidents, injuries, spills and near misses immediately.

Technical and Physical Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Technical school training preferred
• ABYC and/or manufacturer certifications preferred
• Ability to ascend and descend a ladder
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Basic boat handling skills preferred
• Knowledge of both gas and diesel engines preferred

Minimum Soft Skills Qualifications

Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company

Consistently treats others with dignity and respect

Genuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitude

Frequently demonstrates a bias toward action

Always communicates effectively and courteously with fellow teammates and members

Continuously follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties

Shows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive manner

Gladly provides responsive, and high level of service to our teammates and members

Eagerly puts forth the extra effort to accomplish duties

Adapts quickly and efficiently to changing priorities in order to meet teammate or member needs

The Company

Safe Harbor is the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world. As a fast-growing company, SH cultivates a team dynamic of passionate individuals led by the sharpest minds in the industry in order to serve the vibrant boating community that encompasses the SH network. SH teammates are committed to thinking critically, providing outstanding service and building relationships with all that we serve. SHM offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with - and learn from - highly experienced professionals in the marine industry. In addition, SH offers eligible employees healthcare benefits, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and relocation opportunities.

Safe Harbor provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Safe Harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Additional disclosures available athttps://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/.