Junior Diesel Marine Mechanic

As a Junior Diesel Marine Mechanic at Stones Boatyard, you’ll gain hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, and servicing marine engines and associated systems. Training will be provided to transition your diesel experience to a marine setting. Transform your diesel skills into a new and exciting marine application.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diagnosing and servicing marine engines and systems.
• Support senior mechanics and learn about marine-specific repairs.
• Complete paperwork for billing and internal processes.
• Occasional off-site work required; in general work is carried out at Stones Boatyard and Stones Marina.

Requirements

• Diesel engine repair experience.
• Willingness to learn marine engine systems.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems is a plus.
• Ability to use technical information and solve problems under supervision.
• Sociable, team player with a positive attitude.
• Availability for after-hours service calls and weekend standby.
• Good customer relations and clean driving license.
• Own hand tools.
• Must be a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold a valid work visa.

Skills & Experience

• Experience with diesel engines.
• Customer-focused experience is beneficial.
• Basic welding and fabrication experience is a plus.
• Boating experience is desirable but not essential.

Benefits: Company healthcare plan covering employee and his/her dependents for health, dental and vision benefits plus staff parking, uniform, and PPE. Staff discounts available for boating equipment sold through the onsite Marine Store. 

Other: Technical training is provided, as and when required or agreed, to meet standards and best serve customer requirements.

Vehicle: A company truck will be provided for transport as required.

Relocation: Support will be offered for relocation from the BC mainland to Nanaimo (or within easy daily commuting distance of the shop) if required.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000 to $70,000 per year
Join us at Stones Boatyard and develop your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.