Marine Field Test Technician

Job Description Location

Bridgeport, Alabama

Do you enjoy being on the water? Are you passionate about boating, marine technology, and high-performance engines? Looking for a career that combines hands‑on work, outdoor adventure, and cutting‑edge marine products? CoWorx Staffing Services is seeking a Marine Test Operator for our client’s world‑class marine engine testing facility in Bridgeport, Alabama, just outside Chattanooga, Tennessee. This unique opportunity allows you to play a key role in testing and evaluating high‑performance marine engines while operating a wide variety of premium boats on the Tennessee River.

As a Marine Test Operator, you will work closely with engineers and technicians to conduct on‑water testing, safely operate vessels under various conditions, document performance observations, and support testing operations. When not on the water, you will assist with vessel maintenance, test preparation, and facility upkeep.

• Safely operate a variety of boats in accordance with established test procedures and performance evaluation protocols.
• Perform on‑water testing in changing and sometimes challenging weather and water conditions.
• Monitor engine performance and identify potential operational concerns, abnormalities, or irregularities.
• Accurately document test observations, vessel performance data, and engine feedback within company databases and reporting systems.
• Communicate findings effectively with engineers, technicians, and other team members to support product evaluation and improvement.
• Assist technicians with boat and engine test preparation activities.
• Support boat launching, trailering, retrieval, and fueling operations.
• Assist with the maintenance, cleaning, and minor repair of boats, equipment, facilities, and grounds.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety and compliance with all company policies, procedures, and testing requirements.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support testing operations and facility needs.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.
• Ability to pass and maintain required drug screening requirements.
• Strong commitment to workplace and boating safety.
• Proven ability to safely operate boats at moderate to high speeds for extended periods.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather and water conditions.
• Basic understanding of outboard engine operation and marine systems.
• High level of situational awareness, attention to detail, and vessel control skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Basic computer proficiency for entering and maintaining test data, observations, and reports.
• Ability to maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude.
• Opportunity to work in a hands‑on marine testing environment supporting innovative products and technologies.
• Collaborative team culture focused on safety, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
• Unique opportunity to gain experience operating and evaluating a variety of boats and marine systems.
• Career development opportunities within a growing and dynamic organization.

• Operate a variety of high‑end boats on the Tennessee River as part of established testing and evaluation programs.
• Work closely with experienced marine engineers and technicians to support product testing and development activities.
• Gain hands‑on experience with advanced marine engine systems and cutting‑edge marine technology.
• Participate in a unique role that combines technical testing responsibilities with outdoor, on‑water work environments.
• Contribute to a collaborative team atmosphere within a premier marine testing and performance evaluation facility.

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