Mobile Marine Technician

Job DetailsJob Location: Sebago Watersports - Key West, FL 33040Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Up to 50% ABOUT RED HOSPITALITY & LEISURE

RED Hospitality & Leisure (Experience RED) is a multi-vertical marine and hospitality operator headquartered in the U.S. Virgin Islands. We run charter operations, ferry services, transportation, destination management (DMC), and concession services across St. Thomas and St. John in partnership with properties including the Westin St. John, Ritz-Carlton St. Thomas, Frenchman's Reef, and Hampton by Hilton.

Our fleet spans offshore catamarans, high-speed ferries, center consoles, and personal watercraft — operating across two islands and multiple partner destinations year-round. We are a fast-moving, operationally intensive company and we build careers for people who thrive in dynamic marine environments.

THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Mobile Marine Technician to serve as a roving fleet-support specialist across our multi-destination operations. This is a hands-on, independent role requiring strong diagnostic and repair skills on both inboard diesel and outboard gasoline powerplants, as well as supporting systems including electrical, hydraulics, and drivetrain components.

You will rotate between deployment locations — St. Thomas USVI, St. John USVI, Turks & Caicos, and Key West, FL — on a structured 10-days-on / 5-days-off schedule. Travel, accommodations, and per diem are provided while on deployment.

SCHEDULE & DEPLOYMENT STRUCTURE

Rotation: 10 consecutive days on assignment / 5 days off

Deployment Locations: St. Thomas USVI, St. John USVI, Turks & Caicos, Key West FL

Travel: Flights, ground transfers, and lodging provided during all on-rotation periods

Per Diem: Provided for meals and incidentals while on deployment

Candidates must be based within commuting distance of a qualifying home airport (see Residency & Travel Requirements below). RED will coordinate all travel logistics — your responsibility is to be ready to fly on rotation start dates.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Diagnose and repair inboard diesel engines across catamaran, ferry, and center console hull types
Diagnose and repair outboard gasoline engines (primarily Yamaha, Mercury, and Suzuki platforms)
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

QualificationsPASSPORT & INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position involves regular international travel. Candidates must meet all of the following requirements before their first deployment and maintain them throughout employment:

Required Travel Documentation

Valid U.S. passport (or equivalent for eligible non-U.S. nationals) — required before start date
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond each travel date at all times
Turks & Caicos (British Overseas Territory): Entry via valid passport; U.S. citizens do not require a visa for stays under 90 days
Key West, FL: Domestic travel — no passport required, but passport is the recommended ID for all company air travel
St. Thomas & St. John USVI: U.S. territory — U.S. citizens do not need a passport, but a passport is strongly recommended for seamless travel across all rotation destinations
Any required visas, work permits, or entry documentation for non-U.S. nationals must be obtained and maintained at the candidate's own responsibility
Candidates must not have travel restrictions (outstanding warrants, immigration holds, or criminal history) that would prevent entry into any deployment destination

RED Hospitality & Leisure will not sponsor international work visas. All candidates must be independently authorized to work in the United States and to enter all deployment destinations without restriction.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 5 years hands-on experience as a marine technician or diesel mechanic in a commercial or charter environment
Demonstrated proficiency with inboard diesel systems (Yanmar, Volvo Penta, Cummins, or equivalent)
Demonstrated proficiency with outboard gasoline engines (Yamaha, Mercury, Honda, Suzuki, or equivalent)
Strong working knowledge of 12V/24V marine electrical systems
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision across remote locations
Valid U.S. driver's license
Legal authorization to work in the United States (USCIS work authorization required — no exceptions)
Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; must be eligible to enter all deployment destinations without restriction
Physically capable of working in marine environments: lifting 50+ lbs, working in confined engine compartments, exposure to heat and humidity
Must reside near a qualifying home airport with year-round direct service to all deployment destinations (see below)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

ABYC Marine Technician certification (Diesel, Electrical, or Gasoline)
Yamaha and/or Mercury factory-certified technician
Experience with Axopar, Leopard, or similar catamaran/center console platforms
Familiarity with FareHarbor, marine dispatch systems, or fleet tracking tools
USCG Captain's License (OUPV or higher) a strong plus but not required
Prior experience working with charter or resort-based marine operations
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus given our operating environment

RESIDENCY & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires year-round, reliable air access to all three deployment regions. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of a home airport offering year-round (non-seasonal) direct service to:

St. Thomas, USVI (STT — Cyril E. King Airport)
Providenciales, Turks & Caicos (PLS — Providenciales International Airport)
Key West, FL (EYW — Key West International Airport)

Based on current published airline schedules, the following U.S. east coast metros meet this requirement:

Home Airport

Service Notes

Charlotte, NC (CLT)

American Airlines — Year-round direct to STT, PLS & EYW

Atlanta, GA (ATL)

Delta — Year-round direct to STT, PLS & EYW

Miami, FL (MIA)

American Airlines — Year-round direct to STT, PLS & EYW

Philadelphia, PA (PHL)

American Airlines — Year-round direct to STT, PLS & EYW

New York, NY (JFK/LGA)

American, Delta, JetBlue — Year-round direct to STT, PLS & EYW

Washington, D.C. (DCA/IAD)

American/United — Year-round direct to STT, PLS & EYW

Newark, NJ (EWR)

United — Year-round direct to STT, PLS & EYW

Chicago, IL (ORD)

American/United — Year-round direct to STT, PLS & EYW

Candidates residing outside these metros will not be considered unless they can demonstrate equivalent year-round direct connectivity to all three destinations. Seasonal routes do not qualify.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive base salary commensurate with experience — market rate for commercial marine technicians in multi-destination roles
10/5 rotation: structured time off built into your schedule — no guessing when you're home
All travel, accommodations, and per diem covered on deployment
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and company holidays
Tools and equipment provided for deployment assignments
Opportunity for advancement within a growing multi-island operation