Junior Boat Maintenance Technician

Exciting Career Opportunity for Junior Technicians! Position

Junior Technician / Boat fleet maintenance technician

Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

Operations

May 2026

Full time permanent

40 hours per week

Head Technician / Base Manager

As a valued member of the Le Boat team, you will play a pivotal role in preparing our boat yard for the upcoming season. This includes receiving boats, winter preparations, spring commissioning, fall hauling, and stocking the marine shop.

• Maintain our fleet to the highest standards for customer satisfaction and reliability.
• Ensure boats are in impeccable condition for presentation.
• Follow manufacturer maintenance schedules.
• Gain hands‑on experience installing electrical and mechanical equipment, including small fiberglass repairs (training provided).
• Collaborate closely with the Head Tech & Base Manager to efficiently prioritize tasks.
• Be ready to travel to off‑site locations for emergency repairs.
• Participate in hauling/launching, commissioning, de‑commissioning, and gas dock operations as required.
• Take charge of mechanical maintenance/repairs on 36‑ and 45‑ft fiberglass boats, handling technical interventions on pumps, batteries, diesel engines, electrical, propane, and hydraulic connections.

• Technical studies or hands‑on experience related to diesel engines, hydraulic systems, water pumps, HVAC repair, or general maintenance.
• Strong desire to learn and enhance technical skills.
• Ability to interpret specifications and installation instructions.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work on‑site in Peterborough and occasionally attend other bases (Smiths Falls, Ottawa).
• Fluency in English.
• Full eligibility to work in Canada.

• Previous experience in boat maintenance is highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of marine diesels and proficient systems is a plus.
• Passion for boating and prior experience are welcomed.

• Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary review and increase.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities, career progression.
• Annual bonus based on company target and individual performance (up to 1 month salary for permanent employees).
• Extra payment for Sunday work.
• Le Boat uniform.
• Referral program and bonuses ranging from 250 to 500 local currency.
• Access to Travelopia group benefits (holiday discounts).
• Winter season:
  Nov – Mar, working Mon – Fri. Christmas closure.
• Exciting work environment with one of the leading providers of houseboat vacations in Europe and Canada.