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Gage Marine

Runs boat dealerships, lake cruises and dining

Fleet Maintenance Manager

Full-Time
$28 - $35/hr
Mid
Lake Geneva, WI, USA
Remote
General Maintenance & Repair

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • A valid driver's license is required.
  • Good health and physical mobility are required.
  • The ability to lift 50 pounds is required.
Responsibilities
  • Formulate, organize, and implement a schedule of regular non-mechanical maintenance for the cruise line fleet.
  • Develop and implement large- and small-scale projects for upkeep and upgrading of the cruise line fleet.
  • Monitor and maintain day-to-day fleet maintenance for non-mechanical issues arising during normal operations.
  • Lead non-mechanical staff by working hands-on alongside the team.
  • Oversee maintenance performed by non-mechanical maintenance staff.
  • Manage the purchase and use of supplies needed for non-mechanical maintenance.
  • Report necessary non-mechanical issues to the general manager.
  • Work directly with mechanical technicians on daily maintenance of tour boats and assist in planning and executing in-season and off-season cosmetic repairs and maintenance.
Desired Qualifications
  • A minimum of 3–5 years of previous experience in a millwork shop or carpentry shop, and/or working knowledge of woodworking, is preferred.
  • Experience applying stains, dyes, conversion varnish, pre-cat, polyurethane, and waterborne coatings is a plus.

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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