Job Summary
Yankee Lady Yacht Charters is looking for a Maintenance Lead to join our team and take responsibility for the ongoing maintenance, repair, and upkeep of our fleet and facilities.
We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, mechanically inclined, and proactive. This is a hands-on position for someone who sees a problem and takes the initiative to address it before it becomes a larger issue. The ideal candidate does not wait to be told what needs to be done—they take ownership, identify opportunities for improvement, and keep our equipment and vessels operating safely and reliably.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on vessels, engines, equipment, and facilities
- Perform basic engine maintenance, including oil changes, inspections, troubleshooting, and minor repairs
- Identify mechanical issues early and take proactive steps to prevent breakdowns and costly repairs
- Perform welding, fabrication, and basic metal repairs as required
- Troubleshoot and repair a variety of mechanical systems and equipment
- Assist with basic electrical and plumbing repairs
- Maintain organized maintenance records and track outstanding repairs and preventative maintenance
- Conduct regular inspections of vessels and equipment and identify items requiring attention
- Work closely with the operations team to ensure vessels are safe, clean, and ready for service
- Coordinate or assist with outside contractors and specialized trades when required
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Take ownership of the overall condition and reliability of the fleet
Experience and Qualifications
Required:
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on maintenance experience
- Engine maintenance and basic repair experience
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems and develop practical solutions
- Valid driver's licence
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
- Ability to lift 50 lbs unassisted and work comfortably in tight spaces
Strong Assets:
- Welding and basic fabrication experience
- Previous experience working in a marine environment
- Marine engine experience
- Basic electrical experience
- Basic plumbing experience
- Experience with pumps, generators, hydraulic systems, or other marine mechanical systems
- Marine certifications or experience with commercial vessels
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will be:
- A self-starter who takes initiative and does not need to be constantly assigned tasks
- Proactive and able to identify problems before they become larger or more expensive issues
- Mechanically inclined with a natural ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
- Comfortable working with tools, machinery, engines, and mechanical systems
- Experienced with basic engine maintenance, including oil changes and basic repairs
- Comfortable working independently and making sound decisions
- Organized, reliable, and able to prioritize competing maintenance needs
- Safety-minded and committed to maintaining equipment to a high standard
- Comfortable working in a hands-on environment where no two days are necessarily the same
- Able to lift 50 lbs unassisted
- Comfortable working in tight or confined spaces, including engine compartments and other areas of a vessel
The Right Person
This position is best suited to someone who likes fixing things, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in keeping equipment in excellent working condition.
We are looking for someone who will walk through the shop or onto a vessel, notice that something isn't right, and take the initiative to investigate and fix it—rather than walk past it waiting for someone else to assign the task.
If you are the type of person who enjoys working with your hands, figuring out how things work, and keeping equipment running properly, we'd like to hear from you.
Pay: $65,000.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience with engine maintenance?
- Do you have a valid driver's licence?
- Are you able to lift 50 lbs unassisted?
Work Location: In person
