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Gage Marine

Runs boat dealerships, lake cruises and dining

Boat Yard Technician

Full-Time
No salary listed
Entry
Delavan, WI, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Attention to detail is required.
  • Essential mechanical and technical skills are required.
  • The candidate must have hand tools essential for the assigned work.
  • A valid state driver's license is required.
  • Good health and physical mobility are required.
  • The candidate must maintain a professional appearance and a positive attitude toward customers.
  • The candidate must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Organizational and computer skills are required.
  • The candidate must be team-oriented, self-motivated, and process-driven.
  • The candidate must be able to operate all equipment sold by the dealership.
  • The candidate must be able to pass a pre-employment background and drug screening.
  • The candidate must be able to work an average of 40–50 hours per week, including varied shifts such as weekends, nights, days, and holidays.
  • The candidate must be able to stand and walk for 8–10 hours, navigate tile, carpet, and stairs, lift up to 100 pounds safely, operate production-related vehicles and equipment, and bend, squat, twist, and work in confined spaces.
Responsibilities
  • Perform mechanical repairs on boats in the marine industry.
  • Keep manufacturer boat and engine certifications up to date.
  • Perform diagnostic procedures and diagnose and repair boats brought in for service in a timely and professional manner.
  • Inspect each vessel and trailer for overall condition, safety concerns, and recommended additional services, and report findings to the Service Writer.
  • Confirm that approved work is included on the work order before beginning service, and communicate diagnoses, needed repairs, cost estimates, and additional repairs to the Service Writer.
  • Complete assigned work safely and efficiently, documenting and communicating any additional work needed.
  • Complete required paperwork and computer or database entries, including legible work-order remarks, warranty-parts documentation, return-parts documentation, the three Cs—concern, cause, and correction—and time tracking.
  • Follow service-department policies and procedures for work orders, inspections, invoicing, and related processes.
  • Meet or exceed flat-rate time allowances and communicate delays to the Service Advisor.
  • Follow company safety policies for tools, equipment, and vehicles.
  • Maintain dealership tools and equipment in good working order and keep the workspace clean and safe.
  • Stay current on manufacturer service bulletins.
  • Return warranty parts promptly and tag them properly.
  • Tag all boats and equipment properly.
  • Use vendor support, technical manuals, service bulletins, and training materials.
  • Submit complete parts requests to the Parts Department with all unit information.
  • Quality-check every repair.
  • Remove tools, rags, and other materials after completing work, clean while working, and alert the detail team to issues requiring attention.
  • Assist the Service Advisor in explaining work to customers and obtaining explanations of customer concerns when communication is difficult.
  • Return paperwork, keys, and the unit to the proper location when finished.
  • Inform management of broken, damaged, worn, or dangerous conditions, parts, or equipment.
  • Repair units correctly the first time to support customer satisfaction.
  • Submit work-improvement suggestions to the Service Manager.
  • Attend training and seminars as needed to remain current on service procedures.
  • Maintain at least one mechanical certification for dealership vendors.
  • Perform other related duties and tasks assigned by the supervisor.

About the company

Gage Marine runs boat dealerships, lake cruises and waterfront hospitality businesses for Wisconsin residents and visitors. Its Lake Geneva Cruise Line sells narrated sightseeing trips and private charters, while PIER 290 serves American food beside the lake. The boating business sells boats and charges for repairs, storage and pier services, so customers buy a boat and maintain it through the same operator. Lake Life Catering handles private events, and the Lake Life Store sells apparel and home decor, extending the group beyond boat ownership to visitors spending time around the lake. With operating roots dating to 1873, Gage Marine is headquartered in Williams Bay, Wisconsin.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Williams Bay, WI

Founded

1873

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What believers are saying

  • Winter services extend the work calendar: Gage's storage operation lists on-site staff year-round.
  • Delavan's full-time technician opening includes an annual tool allowance and replacement batteries for personally owned cordless tools.
  • Green Lake pairs boating with dining: Gage owns the lakefront marina and Norton's supper club.

What critics are saying

  • Delavan technician schedules stretch through summer holidays: the position lists 40-50 hours weekly, including weekends.
  • Cruise activity is seasonal: Gage's regular tours span six months, followed by holiday sailings around Thanksgiving and December.
  • Gage's cruise distribution stays narrow: tickets sold through Viator, GetYourGuide, and other third-party vendors are invalid.

What makes Gage Marine unique

  • Cruise access has an exclusive anchor: Gage's cruise line is Black Point Estate's exclusive tour provider.
  • Gage's valet bundles the seasons: launch-and-retrieval pricing includes winter boat storage.
  • Gage Boat Club sends customers across the group: members receive sister-restaurant and cruise discounts.

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