Marina Employment...

wheresjackbenny · 02-08-2006, 05:36 AM

Anyone know if any of the Marinas are hiring? I've just graduated from the Marine Mechanic Institute, Orlando,Fl two weeks ago and I don't see a lot of advertisements for employment out there in the field.. Some have said much of the hiring will be done for seasonal help in the next two months..
I've also completed 2 years at the Concord Vocational Tech (automotive)prior to the Marine Mechanic Institute.. I am a hard worker, with excellent work ethics, don't smoke or drink. I worked a 40 hour a week job and attended MMI at night so I'm not afraid to achieve.. If anyone has any insights I'd appreciate it..
I read an article in the Globe a year and a half ago stating there was a shortage of 1500 techs in the various Marine trades in Ma., but I'll be darn if I can find them posted anywhere..

I just know someone will ask if I will be their personal mechanic and will I work for food... Let me think on it...

My email is wheresjackbenny@yahoo.com Thanks everyone..

tis · 02-08-2006, 08:50 AM

I heard a few weeks ago that Melvin Village Marina was looking for help.

fatlazyless · 02-08-2006, 09:11 AM

Hey Jack - there's this old falling-apart bob-house that's made out of old billboards or something. It's sitting on the thin ice, next to the open water, at the Meredith Town docks. It sure looks like it could use some galvanized dry wall screws and a couple corner angles and mending plates. I think that's about all the boat work you're gonna find around here, now.

Question; Where's the work for a Winnipesaukee boat mechanic in February? Answer: Out tuning up the bob-house for ice fishing.

Question: Where do Winnipesaukee boat mechanics go to get paid in February? Answer: To the NH Office of Job Insecurity or down to Saint Petersburg to work on some old duffer's pontoon boat.

You know, on second thought, corner brackets and mending plates cost too much. Better to fabricate a left-over baked bean can into homemade mending plates just like they taught in gf-bl engine drive systems.

In a normal weather winter, some of the marine mechanics can keep busy working on snowmobiles. Probably, having bartending skills or experience in raking leaves would work best for this winter.

Skip · 02-08-2006, 10:25 AM

Hi Jack,

I would ignore the unnecessarily sarcastic post and concentrate on contacting Marinas in New Hampshire directly for job opportunities. Here is a link to but one of many sites that list out many marine facilities in New Hampshire:

http://www.directorynh.com/NHTranspo...s/NHBoats.html

Another source to check frequently is the help wanted section of the statewide newspaper, the NH Union Leader out of Manchester. You can find their site at:

www.unionleader.com

I have noticed occasional ads looking for your skills. And there are a number of facilities in New Hampshire that are "four season" dealers, employing technicians that can work on boats during the summer, but are also able to maintain OHRVs and snowmobiles for their off season sports customers.

Finally, it never hurts to check with the State's Department of Employment Security at:

http://www.nhes.state.nh.us/

Many times they have the inside track on specialized jobs like yours, I actually would start first with this agency!

Anyway, you have come to the right website. Their are many good people here that will be glad to keep an eye out for you and steer something your way if possible....

In the meantime, if any of my suggestions pan out....just what would a dinner buy me for repairs on my FourWinns....perhaps a speedometer calibration???

Good luck,

Skip

hazelnut · 02-08-2006, 11:02 AM

I know from speaking to the guys at Harilla Landing who work for Goodhue that they work for Goodhue in the winter. They have many locations and I know some are seasonal but I do believe they have some full time mechanics year round. They have the advantage of multiple locations. I have a couple of phone numbers for them 1-603-253-7880 or 1-603-253-7889 I suppose it wouldn't hurt to give them a call.

Good Luck

Niceorange · 02-08-2006, 11:23 AM

I am not an expert, but from my experience it seems like job security can come with training both in marine applications and snowmobiles. I know at Hillcrest their guys do both and are busy all year. I used to work at Gillan Marine as seasonal help (cleaning boats, etc) in college, and to my knowledge the mechanics there worked year round. On what I don't know.

Woodsy · 02-08-2006, 11:39 AM

Most of the Marinas on the lake employ full time/year round mechanics. Because the season is so short, most marinas will not perform major mechanical work on a boat before Memorial Day as they are too busy launching boats. The same is usually true from Labor Day on, as they are busy winterizing and shrink wrapping. The off season is when they delve into most of the major mechanical issues that are left over from the summer. It is also the time the marinas and mfg's send them to tech school.

I doubt you will have a hard time finding a job.... its finding one that pays enough.

Woodsy

The only way to eliminate ignorant behavior is through education. You can't fix stupid.

Weirs guy · 02-08-2006, 01:02 PM

Check this out: http://www.jobsinnh.com/seek/resultd...arine+engineer. Its for the Mount Washington Cruise Ship Corp, year round work.

fatlazyless · 02-08-2006, 02:31 PM

Is that Mount Wash marine mechanic job the one where the guy gets to sit down in the engine room, about six feet away from a huge diesel, for the whole three hour cruise. He sits at a steel table, wears earmuff ear protectors and reads a book for the entire cruise while the Mount chugs around the lake. Now, that's a soft job! Hey, I know the difference between a high pressure diesel injector and a carburetor! That sounds like a soft job!

Steve · 02-08-2006, 02:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fatlazyless

Is that Mount Wash marine mechanic job the one where the guy gets to sit down in the engine room, about six feet away from a huge diesel, for the whole three hour cruise. He sits at a steel table, wears earmuff ear protectors and reads a book for the entire cruise while the Mount chugs around the lake. Now, that's a soft job! Hey, I know the difference between a high pressure diesel injector and a carburetor! That sounds like a soft job!

What's the point of your posts in this thread? They haven't been all that helpful.

wheresjackbenny · 02-08-2006, 06:05 PM

I really appreciated it.. I am a native of NH and I had contemplated staying in Florida as my parents bought a home in Port Charlotte and as we all know, it's a year round industry in Fla. Marine Max is a corporate chain that is very big, provides benenfits and steady employment. I chose to come back because I enjoy the change of seasons and the people of this state and New England as a whole.
An example would be this forum and this thread in particular. Even the gentleman whom has responded in a negative fashion which could be indicative of his having some sort of bad experience. I actually found his reply amusing and I see a column in a local paper in his future.. I love the 1st ammendment. Thanks everyone once again.. I'm only 21 but have seen much already..

wheresjackbenny · 02-08-2006, 06:08 PM

I guess my only response to you could be, will you meet me at the Bob house and give me pointers and...... You don't have any children do you?

Quote:

Originally Posted by fatlazyless

Hey Jack - there's this old falling-apart bob-house that's made out of old billboards or something. It's sitting on the thin ice, next to the open water, at the Meredith Town docks. It sure looks like it could use some galvanized dry wall screws and a couple corner angles and mending plates. I think that's about all the boat work you're gonna find around here, now.

Question; Where's the work for a Winnipesaukee boat mechanic in February? Answer: Out tuning up the bob-house for ice fishing.

Question: Where do Winnipesaukee boat mechanics go to get paid in February? Answer: To the NH Office of Job Insecurity or down to Saint Petersburg to work on some old duffer's pontoon boat.

You know, on second thought, corner brackets and mending plates cost too much. Better to fabricate a left-over baked bean can into homemade mending plates just like they taught in gf-bl engine drive systems.

In a normal weather winter, some of the marine mechanics can keep busy working on snowmobiles. Probably, having bartending skills or experience in raking leaves would work best for this winter.

cowisl · 02-08-2006, 09:43 PM

You may want to try Channel Marine. They keep mechanics busy in the winter with boat shows, etc. Contact Bill Liakas or Jim Piscetta. (603)366-4801

cowisl · 02-08-2006, 09:46 PM

Hazelnut, where do you live on cow?

JTA · 02-08-2006, 10:08 PM

My impression is that (good) marine mechanics, with certification to work on various brands, are in demand. Maybe not hiring right at the moment, but things will pop pretty soon. My outdrive is off the boat and in the shop right now. I would also suggest contacting marine businesses directly. There are also some small independent repair guys ... it wouldn't hurt to talk to them. Good luck!
(FLL ... did you get up on the wrong side of the bed?)

Weirs guy · 02-09-2006, 09:03 AM

Keep checking that jobsinnh.com website too, I'm amazed at the stuff they put on there.

fpartri497 · 02-09-2006, 09:11 AM

wheresjackbenny:

Also you should post your resume on monster.com If you havent allready. This web site gets all most Immediate results for job seekers.
Good Luck
fpartri497

dpg · 02-09-2006, 12:46 PM

Personally, I would-a stayed in Florida

dpg · 02-09-2006, 01:10 PM

Seriously though with a career like that it seems as though you need to be prepared to follow your work. Keep searching around N.H. there's got to be something.

Steve · 02-09-2006, 01:51 PM

Good help is really hard to find. I spent a little while as a service director at a MA marine dealer. Finding good solid techs is tough, and when you find them, you won't let them go. The key though is the pay - you have to find the place that recognizes that part of retention is based not only a year round employment, but competitive pay.

hazelnut · 02-09-2006, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cowisl

Hazelnut, where do you live on cow?

I live in the Barbers Pole area.... You?

Jackbenny,

Good Luck with your search I am sure you'll find something in the area.

wheresjackbenny · 02-09-2006, 05:20 PM

Hazelnut.. That was CowIs asking you where on Cow you were.. I live in Weare, NH..

Quote:

Originally Posted by hazelnut

I live in the Barbers Pole area.... You?

Jackbenny,

Good Luck with your search I am sure you'll find something in the area.

wheresjackbenny · 02-09-2006, 05:23 PM

I know.. My father thinks I'm nuts.. He and my mother bought a canal front home, 5 minutes to Charlotte harbor by boat.... He thinks I need a head exam...

Quote:

Originally Posted by dpg

Personally, I would-a stayed in Florida

JTA · 02-09-2006, 11:21 PM

You must be a New Englander Jackbenny. I don't think I'd be happy living and working in Florida. (not a bad place to visit though).

Nhlvrnfla · 03-20-2006, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wheresjackbenny

Anyone know if any of the Marinas are hiring? I've just graduated from the Marine Mechanic Institute, Orlando,Fl two weeks ago and I don't see a lot of advertisements for employment out there in the field.. Some have said much of the hiring will be done for seasonal help in the next two months..
I've also completed 2 years at the Concord Vocational Tech (automotive)prior to the Marine Mechanic Institute.. I am a hard worker, with excellent work ethics, don't smoke or drink. I worked a 40 hour a week job and attended MMI at night so I'm not afraid to achieve.. If anyone has any insights I'd appreciate it..
I read an article in the Globe a year and a half ago stating there was a shortage of 1500 techs in the various Marine trades in Ma., but I'll be darn if I can find them posted anywhere..

I just know someone will ask if I will be their personal mechanic and will I work for food... Let me think on it...

My email is wheresjackbenny@yahoo.com Thanks everyone..

Hi Where'sJackBenny,

I would suggest you have resumes done up, and mail one to every marina in the 6 state area, with a cover letter addressed to the owner. If that doesn't work in NE, then try Florida.

Good luck.

02-08-2006, 05:36 AM	#1
wheresjackbenny Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Marina Employment... Anyone know if any of the Marinas are hiring? I've just graduated from the Marine Mechanic Institute, Orlando,Fl two weeks ago and I don't see a lot of advertisements for employment out there in the field.. Some have said much of the hiring will be done for seasonal help in the next two months.. I've also completed 2 years at the Concord Vocational Tech (automotive)prior to the Marine Mechanic Institute.. I am a hard worker, with excellent work ethics, don't smoke or drink. I worked a 40 hour a week job and attended MMI at night so I'm not afraid to achieve.. If anyone has any insights I'd appreciate it.. I read an article in the Globe a year and a half ago stating there was a shortage of 1500 techs in the various Marine trades in Ma., but I'll be darn if I can find them posted anywhere.. I just know someone will ask if I will be their personal mechanic and will I work for food... Let me think on it... My email is wheresjackbenny@yahoo.com Thanks everyone..

02-08-2006, 09:11 AM	#3
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,911 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 305 Thanked 1,051 Times in 765 Posts	Hey Jack - there's this old falling-apart bob-house that's made out of old billboards or something. It's sitting on the thin ice, next to the open water, at the Meredith Town docks. It sure looks like it could use some galvanized dry wall screws and a couple corner angles and mending plates. I think that's about all the boat work you're gonna find around here, now. Question; Where's the work for a Winnipesaukee boat mechanic in February? Answer: Out tuning up the bob-house for ice fishing. Question: Where do Winnipesaukee boat mechanics go to get paid in February? Answer: To the NH Office of Job Insecurity or down to Saint Petersburg to work on some old duffer's pontoon boat. You know, on second thought, corner brackets and mending plates cost too much. Better to fabricate a left-over baked bean can into homemade mending plates just like they taught in gf-bl engine drive systems. In a normal weather winter, some of the marine mechanics can keep busy working on snowmobiles. Probably, having bartending skills or experience in raking leaves would work best for this winter. Last edited by fatlazyless; 02-08-2006 at 11:42 AM. Reason: spell-cheque

02-08-2006, 10:25 AM	#4
Skip Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Dover, NH Posts: 1,615 Thanks: 256 Thanked 514 Times in 182 Posts	Mechanic opportunities in NH... Hi Jack, I would ignore the unnecessarily sarcastic post and concentrate on contacting Marinas in New Hampshire directly for job opportunities. Here is a link to but one of many sites that list out many marine facilities in New Hampshire: http://www.directorynh.com/NHTranspo...s/NHBoats.html Another source to check frequently is the help wanted section of the statewide newspaper, the NH Union Leader out of Manchester. You can find their site at: www.unionleader.com I have noticed occasional ads looking for your skills. And there are a number of facilities in New Hampshire that are "four season" dealers, employing technicians that can work on boats during the summer, but are also able to maintain OHRVs and snowmobiles for their off season sports customers. Finally, it never hurts to check with the State's Department of Employment Security at: http://www.nhes.state.nh.us/ Many times they have the inside track on specialized jobs like yours, I actually would start first with this agency! Anyway, you have come to the right website. Their are many good people here that will be glad to keep an eye out for you and steer something your way if possible.... In the meantime, if any of my suggestions pan out....just what would a dinner buy me for repairs on my FourWinns....perhaps a speedometer calibration??? Good luck, Skip

02-08-2006, 11:02 AM	#5
hazelnut Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 1,348 Blog Entries: 3 Thanks: 508 Thanked 462 Times in 162 Posts	Goodhue? I know from speaking to the guys at Harilla Landing who work for Goodhue that they work for Goodhue in the winter. They have many locations and I know some are seasonal but I do believe they have some full time mechanics year round. They have the advantage of multiple locations. I have a couple of phone numbers for them 1-603-253-7880 or 1-603-253-7889 I suppose it wouldn't hurt to give them a call. Good Luck

02-08-2006, 01:02 PM	#8
Weirs guy Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Weirs Beach, NH Posts: 1,067 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Check this out: http://www.jobsinnh.com/seek/resultd...arine+engineer. Its for the Mount Washington Cruise Ship Corp, year round work. __________________ Is it bikeweek yet? Now?

02-08-2006, 08:50 AM	#2
tis Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 6,824 Thanks: 759 Thanked 1,474 Times in 1,029 Posts	I heard a few weeks ago that Melvin Village Marina was looking for help.

02-08-2006, 11:23 AM	#6
Niceorange Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Sunset Lake, Alton Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I am not an expert, but from my experience it seems like job security can come with training both in marine applications and snowmobiles. I know at Hillcrest their guys do both and are busy all year. I used to work at Gillan Marine as seasonal help (cleaning boats, etc) in college, and to my knowledge the mechanics there worked year round. On what I don't know.

02-08-2006, 11:39 AM	#7
Woodsy Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Weirs Beach Posts: 1,968 Thanks: 80 Thanked 980 Times in 440 Posts	Most of the Marinas on the lake employ full time/year round mechanics. Because the season is so short, most marinas will not perform major mechanical work on a boat before Memorial Day as they are too busy launching boats. The same is usually true from Labor Day on, as they are busy winterizing and shrink wrapping. The off season is when they delve into most of the major mechanical issues that are left over from the summer. It is also the time the marinas and mfg's send them to tech school. I doubt you will have a hard time finding a job.... its finding one that pays enough. Woodsy The only way to eliminate ignorant behavior is through education. You can't fix stupid.

02-08-2006, 02:31 PM	#9
fatlazyless Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 8,911 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 305 Thanked 1,051 Times in 765 Posts	...is that that sit-down job? Is that Mount Wash marine mechanic job the one where the guy gets to sit down in the engine room, about six feet away from a huge diesel, for the whole three hour cruise. He sits at a steel table, wears earmuff ear protectors and reads a book for the entire cruise while the Mount chugs around the lake. Now, that's a soft job! Hey, I know the difference between a high pressure diesel injector and a carburetor! That sounds like a soft job!

02-08-2006, 06:05 PM	#11
wheresjackbenny Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thank everyone. I really appreciated it.. I am a native of NH and I had contemplated staying in Florida as my parents bought a home in Port Charlotte and as we all know, it's a year round industry in Fla. Marine Max is a corporate chain that is very big, provides benenfits and steady employment. I chose to come back because I enjoy the change of seasons and the people of this state and New England as a whole. An example would be this forum and this thread in particular. Even the gentleman whom has responded in a negative fashion which could be indicative of his having some sort of bad experience. I actually found his reply amusing and I see a column in a local paper in his future.. I love the 1st ammendment. Thanks everyone once again.. I'm only 21 but have seen much already..

02-08-2006, 09:43 PM	#13
cowisl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cow Island Posts: 169 Thanks: 6 Thanked 20 Times in 12 Posts	You may want to try Channel Marine. They keep mechanics busy in the winter with boat shows, etc. Contact Bill Liakas or Jim Piscetta. (603)366-4801

02-08-2006, 09:46 PM	#14
cowisl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cow Island Posts: 169 Thanks: 6 Thanked 20 Times in 12 Posts	Hazelnut, where do you live on cow?

02-08-2006, 10:08 PM	#15
JTA Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Fort Pierce, Florida Posts: 233 Thanks: 34 Thanked 25 Times in 21 Posts	My impression is that (good) marine mechanics, with certification to work on various brands, are in demand. Maybe not hiring right at the moment, but things will pop pretty soon. My outdrive is off the boat and in the shop right now. I would also suggest contacting marine businesses directly. There are also some small independent repair guys ... it wouldn't hurt to talk to them. Good luck! (FLL ... did you get up on the wrong side of the bed?)

02-09-2006, 09:03 AM	#16
Weirs guy Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Weirs Beach, NH Posts: 1,067 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Keep checking that jobsinnh.com website too, I'm amazed at the stuff they put on there. __________________ Is it bikeweek yet? Now?

02-09-2006, 09:11 AM	#17
fpartri497 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Concord NH Posts: 681 Thanks: 97 Thanked 48 Times in 39 Posts	Marine jobs wheresjackbenny: Also you should post your resume on monster.com If you havent allready. This web site gets all most Immediate results for job seekers. Good Luck fpartri497 __________________ dont worry be happy

02-09-2006, 12:46 PM	#18
dpg Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,618 Thanks: 157 Thanked 235 Times in 172 Posts	Personally, I would-a stayed in Florida

02-09-2006, 01:10 PM	#19
dpg Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 2,618 Thanks: 157 Thanked 235 Times in 172 Posts	Seriously though with a career like that it seems as though you need to be prepared to follow your work. Keep searching around N.H. there's got to be something.

02-09-2006, 01:51 PM	#20
Steve Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Southern NH Posts: 109 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Good help is really hard to find. I spent a little while as a service director at a MA marine dealer. Finding good solid techs is tough, and when you find them, you won't let them go. The key though is the pay - you have to find the place that recognizes that part of retention is based not only a year round employment, but competitive pay.

02-09-2006, 11:21 PM	#24
JTA Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Fort Pierce, Florida Posts: 233 Thanks: 34 Thanked 25 Times in 21 Posts	New Englander You must be a New Englander Jackbenny. I don't think I'd be happy living and working in Florida. (not a bad place to visit though).

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