Junior Marine Technician
About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: Sebago Watersports - Key West, FL 33040Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $50,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Up to 50%
THE ROLE
We are seeking recent graduates and early-career candidates to join our team as Junior Marine Technicians as part of a shared support model across multiple locations, including the Florida Keys, Turks & Caicos, and U.S. Virgin Islands.
You will be based in the Florida Keys, supporting day-to-day fleet operations locally while traveling regularly to assist across our Caribbean markets—working across multiple Caribbean destinations and combining hands-on technical experience with the benefit of working in paradise.
This is a hands-on opportunity to build foundational experience across multiple tropical locations and fleet environments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in diagnosing and repairing marine engines, including either inboard diesel or outboard gasoline systems
Gain hands-on exposure to platforms such as Yamaha, Mercury, Suzuki, and/or diesel systems depending on assignment
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, fluid services, impeller replacements, and zincs
Troubleshoot and repair marine electrical systems, bilge systems, and instrumentation
Conduct pre-season and post-season commissioning/decommissioning across fleet
Coordinate parts procurement, maintain parts inventory logs, and manage vendor relationships on-site
Support haul-out coordination and work with boatyard partners as needed
Document all service work in maintenance logs; update fleet status reports daily
Communicate proactively with on-site operations managers and coordinate with shore-based fleet management
Maintain a safe, organized mobile work environment; comply with all OSHA and marine safety standards
Respond to urgent vessel breakdowns and service calls during deployment windows
TRAVEL & DEPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
This role requires travel (~50%) across multiple locations
Primary base: Key West
Regular travel to
U.S. Virgin Islands
Turks and Caicos
Typical deployment structure may include rotational assignments (e.g., 2 weeks on-site / 1 week in base market) depending on operational needs
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision across remote locations
Valid U.S. driver’s license
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; must be able to meet entry requirements for assigned international destinations
Physically capable of working in marine environments (lifting 50+ lbs, confined spaces, heat and humidity exposure)
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Recent graduate of a marine, mechanical, or technical program preferred
0–2+ years of hands-on experience (internship/training acceptable)
Basic understanding of marine engines or mechanical systems
Exposure to outboard engines preferred
Foundational knowledge of 12V systems is a plus
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Technical certifications or coursework in marine/diesel mechanics
Internship or hands-on training experience
Interest in multi-location marine operations
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive base pay aligned with experience and entry-level market rates
Relocation Asisstance
Tool Allowance
Career development and hands-on training opportunities
Company at a glance
RED Hospitality and Leisure is the largest luxury Watersports operator for hotels in South Florida, the Caribbean and Hawaii.
Established in 2018, RED partners with premier brands across the most exclusive islands to bring unique, one of a kind land and sea based experiences to our mutual guests from around the world. Our clients include The Ritz-Carlton, Autograph Collection, Westin, Grace Bay Club, The Bungalows, Margaritaville Key West, Havana Cabana, Pier House, Grand Wailea and others.
Daily snorkel and sunset trips disembark from our hotels every day with full catering menus, live music and sightseeing tours, while leisurely guests enjoy our on-site offerings, including hobie cat sailing lessons, kayak and SUPs rentals, best in class snorkeling equipment and boutique retail shopping.
We exist to create the Christmas card moments, the stories told around the dinner table and our goal is to create customers for life, by delivering consistent products and services our guests can enjoy across our portfolio of destinations.
Selected as a three time honoree by Great Places to Work, we pride ourselves on creating lifelong opportunities for hospitality-focused individuals as well, unlocking the ability to build a career in leadership, finance, human resources, concierge, sales, beach, sailing, retail, food and beverage, crew, maintenance, and captains, offering the ability to cross-train and transfer to more than six islands across the world.
Our core values of professionalism, performance, individual development and hyper-growth have led the company to expand from the USVI to Key West, Key Largo, Turks and Caicos, BVI and Hawaii, with more than 250 employees across the organization.
Come join us on the water!
Top Benefits
- Relocation Assistance
- Tool Allowance
- Career Development
- Hands-on Training Opportunities
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