marine jobs in Victoria, BC

About Us

We are a long-established, full-service Marine Service Centre and certified Volvo Penta, Mercury, and Yanmar dealer. For more than four decades, we have proudly supported Vancouver’s boating community with high-quality parts, expert service, and trusted technical support. Our chandlery and service teams work together to ensure our customers have everything they need for safe and enjoyable boating.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on diesel and gas engines, generators, and heating systems.
• Apply working knowledge of marine electrical and electronic systems in troubleshooting and repair.
• Service yachts and vessels up to 100 ft, ensuring a high standard of workmanship and reliability.
• Utilize product knowledge of Volvo Penta, Mercury, and Yanmar systems to deliver effective technical solutions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Provide professional customer service and technical support when required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience working on diesel and gas marine engines, generators, heaters, and marine plumbing systems.
• Solid understanding of marine electrical and electronic systems.
• Demonstrated experience servicing vessels up to 100 ft.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Volvo Penta and/or Mercury engines (Yanmar an asset).
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced service environment.
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

• Full set of standard mechanic tools (specialty tools provided as required).
• Ability to commute to North Vancouver, BC.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid forklift license (or willingness to obtain).
• Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC) (or willingness to obtain).

Important

Please answer all screening questions and submit a CV outlining your relevant experience.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Pay: $30.00-$48.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• 1. How many years of hands-on marine mechanic experience do you have?

☐ Less than 2 years
☐ 2–4 years
☐ 5–9 years
☐ 10+ years

• 2. Which propulsion systems have you worked on? (Select all that apply)

☐ Gas inboards
☐ Diesel inboards
☐ Outboards
☐ Sailboats
☐ Generators
☐ Marine heaters (Webasto/Espar or similar)

• 3. Which engine brands do you have direct service experience with?

☐ Volvo Penta
☐ Mercury / MerCruiser
☐ Yanmar
☐ Cummins
☐ CAT
☐ Other: ______

• 4. Are you able to independently diagnose and repair engine and driveline issues without constant supervision?

☐ Yes
☐ With minimal support
☐ No

• 5. Which systems are you comfortable diagnosing and repairing? (Select all that apply)

☐ Fuel systems
☐ Cooling systems
☐ Exhaust systems
☐ Charging and starting systems
☐ Electronic engine controls
☐ Marine plumbing

☐ Steering systems

• 6. How would you rate your experience with marine electrical systems (12V / 24V / 120V)?

☐ Basic
☐ Intermediate
☐ Advanced

• 7. Do you have experience working on vessels between 20 and 60 feet in length?

☐ Yes
☐ No

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)
• Forklift Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person