Everglades Boats Jobs (NOW HIRING)

***Previous Boat/Manufacturing Assembly Experience is Highly Preferred***

Company Description

Everglades Boats is an industry leader in premium offshore fishing boats. Founded in 1997, Everglades provides the ultimate choice for discerning boat owners and knowledgeable big-water anglers. Everglades is a high-end, refined brand that makes a personal statement about the status and savvy of its owner by applying best-in-class fishing amenities, premium-grade materials, and a highly-refined fit and finish. 

Widely recognized and respected in the industry for its hull performance and ride, Everglades patented RAMPCAP hulls are found throughout its model lineup. Receiving numerous industry awards and an unparalleled reputation for superior performance, Everglades recruits and retains the best talent in the industry.

Job Description

We’re seeking the right team member who can assemble our premium offshore fishing boats. Are you mechanically inclined and ready to work as a team to achieve results?

This team member will focus on installation of decks, hardware components, bilge system, water, hydraulic & fuel fittings, hoses, tanks and connections. You will perform electrical assembly of consoles, install and connect electrical wiring and components followed by inspection of all installed parts. This includes routing, terminating, and securing marine-grade wiring, installation of electrical panels, switches, batteries, and electronic components, and verifying proper system function.

 Qualifications
 • Experienced with and able to use hand tools varying from a tape measure, razor knives, screw gun, drill and a ratchet
 • Must be able to regularly Lift/Push/Pull battery weights of 50 lbs. without assistance
 • Must have ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders and ramps) to access boats and boat equipment
 • Ability to work in a non-climate controlled environment including working in the sun
 • Must be able to work independently while staying on task
 • Must be able to solve problems with little assistance
 • Must have an attention to detail and the ability to identify defects
 • Previous assembly experience is preferred
 • Previous experience with electrical assembly, wiring, or installation in a marine, automotive, or similar manufacturing environment is preferred
 • Basic understanding of DC electrical systems, wiring diagrams, and schematics is preferred
 • Experience with routing, terminating, crimping, and heat-shrinking electrical connections is preferred
 • Familiarity with installation of marine electronics, battery systems, switches, and control panels is preferred
 • Ability to use electrical testing equipment such as multimeters to verify connections and troubleshoot basic issues is preferred
 • Knowledge of proper wire management, labeling, and securing techniques in a marine environment is preferred

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements include eye protection, hearing protection, gloves, protective suits, dusts masks and respirators

• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

• Employees must be able to work a 10-hour shift or more in one work day including planned and unplanned overtime

• Exhibits ability to work cautiously but efficiently in potentially hazardous conditions

Team Everglades Perks

• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

• Vacation & Unpaid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• 401(k) Plan

Everglades Boats is a drug free workplace, and as such conducts pre-employment drug screening upon a conditional offer of employment. 

Everglades Boats is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status