Marine Technician / Marine Mechanic – Boat Technician

River Valley Power & Sport - Marine•Rochester, MN

22h•$40•Onsite

About The Position

Marine Technician / Marine Mechanic – Boat Technician River Valley Marine – Rochester, MN Full-Time | Year-Round Career | Up to $40/hour | Marine Mechanic | Boat Repair Technician Love working on boats and marine engines? Turn your mechanical skills into a stable, high-paying career with River Valley Marine in Rochester. We are hiring a Marine Technician / Marine Mechanic to join our modern, fully equipped service department. This role is ideal for experienced technicians from marine, automotive, RV, diesel, or powersports backgrounds who want steady, year-round employment with excellent pay, training, and advancement opportunities. Marine experience is preferred but not required. We provide manufacturer training, certifications, and ongoing technical education to help skilled technicians transition successfully into the marine industry. Technicians, marine mechanics, and automotive service professionals are strongly encouraged to apply. Why Join River Valley Marine Work on premium, late-model boats and marine engines Modern service facility with advanced tools, diagnostic equipment, and manufacturer software Fully staffed service department with dedicated service writers, parts team, lot staff, and management support Monday–Friday schedule with predictable hours Stable, year-round employment with a growing dealership Ongoing manufacturer-paid training and certification opportunities Career advancement within a leading marine dealership Compensation Up to $40 per hour total compensation based on experience, certifications, and performance (Stable income with performance-based incentives) Typical Earnings: $35–$40/hour Top Performers: $45+/hour possible for highly productive, certified technicians Schedule Full-time, year-round position Monday–Friday schedule Five 8–10 hour shifts per week during peak season Typical hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Mechanical experience as a technician in marine, automotive, RV, diesel, or powersports industries
Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
Ability to work efficiently in a professional shop environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality repairs
Reliable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
Pride in clean, accurate, and professional workmanship

Nice To Haves

Marine technician or marine mechanic experience
Experience working with outboards, inboards, and sterndrives
Electrical diagnostics and marine electrical system experience
Manufacturer certifications or willingness to obtain certifications
Experience with dealership service software such as Lightspeed EVO

Responsibilities

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair marine engines and boat systems
Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and mechanical repairs
Complete rigging, winterization, seasonal preparation, and spring commissioning
Install and repair marine electronics, electrical systems, steering systems, bilge pumps, and charging systems
Test, adjust, and repair outboard, inboard, and sterndrive engines
Use manufacturer diagnostic software and Lightspeed EVO dealership management system
Complete repair orders accurately and efficiently
Work closely with service advisors and team members to meet repair timelines
Safely move boats, trailers, and equipment using forklifts, tractors, and dealership vehicles