Marine Diesel Technician and Running Gear Specialist (46273

Added Jul 20, 2026 Marine Diesel Technician and Running Gear Specialist (46273) Other Fort Myers Beach, FL | Full-time Apply

Marine Diesel Technician/Running Gear Specialist

Diversified Yacht Services is looking for a Marine Diesel Technician to join our team and work on the engines in our customers vessels at the newest, most advanced, state‑of‑the‑art yacht repair service facility in todays yachting world.

The Marine Diesel Technician must have the technical ability to complete all tasks, unsupervised, in the installation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, calibration, testing, fabrication, and operation of diverse electronic/mechanical equipment, powerplant, propulsion systems and in accordance with ABYC standards and specifications.

If you are selected for this position, you will perform quality maintenance and diagnostics on marine equipment including marine diesel engines and generators. You must be familiar with using computer‑based diagnostics and reports, and you must be capable of repowering and rebuilding marine diesel engines.

The Marine Diesel Technician must be able to effectively use OEM published technical information, both hard copy and online. You must possess all necessary tools to perform repairs and diagnostics, and you must be available to work overtime, weekends and holiday as required. The position is full time, Monday through Friday 7:30 – 4:00.

To be considered for the Marine Diesel Technician position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Minimum of two years job related experience in the marine repair industry
• Factory/technical training with certifications in marine repair preferred
• Experience working with Volvo, Yanmar, Westerbeke, Cummins, Cat, and/or other engines along with experience with IPS drives
• Knowledge of all aspects of todays current marine diesel power plants and auxiliary systems and familiar with maintenance and repair of running gear, thru hulls and general vessel maintenance.

The ideal candidate must be able to safely operate various sizes and styles of vessels and be familiar with safe navigation of SWFL waterways to be able to move customer vessels and to perform systems checks as needed. Overall knowledge of mechanics for various types of vessels is a must for this position.

We need a self‑starter with troubleshooting skills, a professional appearance, and the ability to follow directions in a professional manner. Team player attitude is a plus, along with effective verbal communication skills to work effectively with fellow employees, parts department, management, and occasionally communicating with the customer. Effective written communication skills are also needed to report results of investigations and discoveries and make recommendations to successfully complete repairs.

DYS requires a valid Florida Drivers License with a clean driving record. An unsatisfactory driving record would contain infractions worse than minor traffic violations.

To perform the daily work of a Marine Diesel Technician, you must meet certain physical requirements:

• Ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel
• Perform prolonged standing
• Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis
• Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis
• Lift/push/pull a battery weighing 59 pounds without assistance on a regular basis
• Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders and ramps) to access vessels and vessel equipment
• Ability to work at heights above 12 feet, while working from a ladder, scaffolding and/or lifts to access vessels and vessel equipment
• Able to work on ladders, scaffolding, and on top of the vessels while hauled out
• Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment
• Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles
• Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment
• Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (closed toe shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety lines, floatation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA…