Employer: Boyne Boat Yard
Email Address: jessica@vandamboats.com
Website: http://www.boyneboatyard.com
Position Title: CDL DRIVER, MARINE MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN—JOIN OUR FULL-SERVICE MARINE YARD TEAM
Compensation/Rate: $21-$28/Hour
Location: Boyne City, MI
Position Summary:
THE COMPANY
Boyne Boat Yard is a full-service marine yard. Boyne Boat Yard has capabilities in all things cosmetic, mechanical and marine systems related. Our team is available year-round to manage the service needs of our clients. For client convenience, we offer a 35-ton travel lift at the water’s edge and pride ourselves on year-round oversight of the safety of on-site watercraft in storage. We offer over 60,000 square feet of indoor, heated and cold storage, as well as outdoor, waterfront storage options. Boyne Boat Yard is a sister company to Van Dam Custom Boats and a trusted partner in their custom boat building business. Located in the northern Great Lakes region, you’ll find Boyne Boat Yard near downtown Boyne City, Michigan on the shores of Lake Charlevoix.
Boyne Boat Yard prides itself on its TEAM, a staff of technicians with decades of combined experience. Boyne Boat Yard continues to acquire and surround its ABYC certified team members with like-minded individuals who have a passion for all things boating. A 20-year affiliation with Van Dam Custom Boats brings a high level of experience to the table when it comes to marine construction and repair. Our team and their commitment, their attitude and their character sets us apart.
THE POSITION
Boyne Boat Yard, a premier, full-service marine yard, is seeking a full-time Class A CDL Driver and Technician to join our talented, energetic, and motivated team. We are looking for someone who enjoys a workday with lots of variety. There are three primary roles of this position—Primary Boat Mover, General Yard Hand, and Service Technician. The team will rely heavily on this team member to jump in and fill in where they’re needed each day. As a member of our team, you will be expected to be eager and ready to learn about our company operations and processes. We aim to provide the highest quality services to our customers; we don’t cut corners, and we always have a focus on customer service. Our team takes great pride in their work, and we’re looking for like-minded individuals. In this role, you will be expected to participate—in our daily and weekly huddles, in problem solving, in helping fellow teammates, and in communicating with customers, when needed. You will be expected to bring good energy, enthusiasm, and tenacity every day. Active participation in everything from developing solutions for day-to-day challenges to the financials of the business and our monthly meetings is important and expected. Compensation range is $21-$28 per hour.
Duties and Responsibilities
• CDL Driver for Semi Truck and F-450s with Hydraulic Trailers
o Class A CDL License required, with clean driving record
o Primary boat mover on campus, safely moving boats in and out of storage
o Safely transport boats from campus to waterfront for hauling and launching
o Ability to meet all requirements and maintain Class A license
• General yard hand
o Load boats on hydraulic trailers
o Block and stand boats in buildings
o Assist travel lift operator in loading and unloading boats from hydraulic trailers
o Flex into areas as needed. It could be prepping boats for launch one day, shuffling equipment and stands another, or even helping deliver a boat to a customer’s dock.
• Service Technician
• Help out doing service work during off-seasons from launch and haul.
• Assists service writer and service manager to create a maintenance schedule for fleet of vehicles and equipment
• Perform service maintenance and inspections on fleet, including trucks, trailers, and equipment
• Opportunity for education and advancement in these areas.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area with safety-minded practices
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Class A CDL with clean driving record
• Extremely aware of surroundings
• Conscious about safety and committed to the wellbeing of trucks, equipment, and team members
• Excellent driving skills with large, oversized loads
• Good understanding of physics and how to support different hull shapes for safe travel (or the ability to learn)
• Must be careful and precise
• Hyper organized and able to manage details and maintenance records of all vehicles
• Must be good at Tetris-type puzzles for effectively loading buildings
• Hydraulics knowledge preferred
• Mechanical aptitude
• Automobile maintenance experience
• Excellent Preventative maintenance knowledge
• Excellent diagnostic skills (including electrical & hydraulic)
• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Other Requirements
• Live our Fundamentals
• Team building skills and mindset
• Strong work ethic and drive
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong time management skills with respect for deadlines
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on team success
• Be a contributing member of the team
• Bring energy and enthusiasm
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and take criticism, and a dedication to personal growth
• Constantly improve your abilities
• Take responsibility for your experience
• Available full-time, M-F 7am-4:30pm
THE LOCATION
Located in beautiful Boyne City, Michigan on the shores of Lake Charlevoix, you will find four seasons of adventure. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy boating and fishing on our many inland lakes and rivers as well as on the Great Lakes. Every snow activity imaginable is available at our three area ski resorts while biking, hiking, and camping are right in our back yard. We have great schools, reasonably priced housing, fabulous restaurants, a vibrant farm market, plus much more for people that value community and nature.
THE BENEFITS
-Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: A premium health and wellness insurance plan, including medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance is provided at no cost to employees.
-401k: A 3% Safe Harbor contribution is provided for each employee, regardless of plan participation.
-Paid Time Off: Paid time off begins accruing immediately with employment.
-Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability: Company provided life insurance policy in the amount of $5000 and long-term disability coverage is available for employee purchase at low group rates.
-Open Book Management & Profit Sharing Program: The entire team is provided relevant company financial information leading to direct involvement in driving company efficiencies and successes. We promote a team focused, results driven culture and share the benefits this brings to our financial bottom line.
-Continuing Education: We take great pride in being on the leading edge of construction techniques; we look for opportunities to support continuing education for everyone on our team. Consideration will be given to fund any continuing education or training that aligns with/furthers team goals.
-Casual Attire: Workwear is supplied and an annual stipend for Boyne Boat Yard branded clothing is provided.
-Competitive Living Wages: Commensurate with experience and willingness to learn and contribute.
-After Hours Use of Shop & Company Tools: Personal projects are fulfilling and can also expand skill sets – we are excited to support both
-Tool Allowance: An annual stipend toward personal tools is provided so employees are building up their own tool sets.
HOW TO APPLY
This position is offered as full-time, year-round employment. We offer a comprehensive benefit package and generous compensation for proven experience. And in case you missed them, we live our cultural fundamentals everyday – you can review them on our website. We are on a mission! Come join us!
For more information please visit- www.boyneboatyard.com
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