Marine Technician / Marine Mechanic – Boat Technician

Marine Technician / Marine Mechanic – Boat Technician
River Valley Marine – Rochester, MN
Full-Time | Year-Round Career | Up to $40/hour | Marine Mechanic | Boat Repair Technician
Love working on boats and marine engines? Turn your mechanical skills into a stable, high-paying career with River Valley Marine in Rochester. We are hiring a Marine Technician / Marine Mechanic to join our modern, fully equipped service department. This role is ideal for experienced technicians from marine, automotive, RV, diesel, or powersports backgrounds who want steady, year-round employment with excellent pay, training, and advancement opportunities.
Marine experience is preferred but not required. We provide manufacturer training, certifications, and ongoing technical education to help skilled technicians transition successfully into the marine industry. Technicians, marine mechanics, and automotive service professionals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Join River Valley Marine
• Work on premium, late-model boats and marine engines
• Modern service facility with advanced tools, diagnostic equipment, and manufacturer software
• Fully staffed service department with dedicated service writers, parts team, lot staff, and management support
• Monday–Friday schedule with predictable hours
• Stable, year-round employment with a growing dealership
• Ongoing manufacturer-paid training and certification opportunities
• Career advancement within a leading marine dealership

Compensation
Up to $40 per hour total compensation based on experience, certifications, and performance (Stable income with performance-based incentives)
Typical Earnings: $35–$40/hour
Top Performers: $45+/hour possible for highly productive, certified technicians

Schedule
Full-time, year-round position
Monday–Friday schedule
Five 8–10 hour shifts per week during peak season
Typical hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair marine engines and boat systems
• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and mechanical repairs
• Complete rigging, winterization, seasonal preparation, and spring commissioning
• Install and repair marine electronics, electrical systems, steering systems, bilge pumps, and charging systems
• Test, adjust, and repair outboard, inboard, and sterndrive engines
• Use manufacturer diagnostic software and Lightspeed EVO dealership management system
• Complete repair orders accurately and efficiently
• Work closely with service advisors and team members to meet repair timelines
• Safely move boats, trailers, and equipment using forklifts, tractors, and dealership vehicles

Qualifications
Required:
• Mechanical experience as a technician in marine, automotive, RV, diesel, or powersports industries
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a professional shop environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality repairs
• Reliable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
• Pride in clean, accurate, and professional workmanship

Preferred:
• Marine technician or marine mechanic experience
• Experience working with outboards, inboards, and sterndrives
• Electrical diagnostics and marine electrical system experience
• Manufacturer certifications or willingness to obtain certifications
• Experience with dealership service software such as Lightspeed EVO
Paid training and manufacturer certification programs are available for qualified candidates transitioning into marine service.

Benefits
Health and Insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Medical plan options starting as low as $50 per month
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Accident, cancer, and critical illness insurance options
Retirement Benefits
• 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options
• Employer match program
• Financial planning support
Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits
• Paid Time Off and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Company-provided apparel
• Employee discounts on boats, parts, and accessories
• Employee Assistance Program
• Doctor on Demand medical and mental health services

About River Valley Marine
River Valley Companies is a family-owned marine and powersports dealership group founded in 1996, with locations in Rochester, Red Wing, and Lake Minnetonka. Our continued success is driven by skilled technicians, strong leadership, and a commitment to professionalism. We provide a clean, professional work environment, ongoing training, and long-term career stability for technicians who take pride in their craft.
If you are an experienced technician looking for a stable, high-paying career working on premium marine equipment in a professional service department, we encourage you to apply today.