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These job openings represent some of the positions available with companies who are members of the Maine Marine Trades Association (MMTA). MMTA does not provide employment services. Please contact each listing member directly if you would like more information about any of these positions. Please note that MMTA is not responsible for immediate removal of any position that has been filled.
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Current Job Openings

Job Posted:

At Abel’s Marina & Boatyard, we’re more than a marina—we’re a full-service marine facility trusted by recreational boaters and commercial mariners alike. Our team performs everything from routine maintenance to complex repairs, helping keep vessels operating safely and reliably. We are committed to quality workmanship, maintaining a strong safety culture, and investing in employees who want to build a lasting career in the marine trades.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engine Diagnostics & Repair: Troubleshoot, service, and overhaul inboard, outboard gas, and diesel marine propulsion systems.
  • System Maintenance: Maintain, install, and repair complex onboard systems, including 12V/24V electrical, marine electronics, plumbing, and fuel systems.
  • Seasonal Operations: Manage seasonal vessel commissioning and decommissioning.
  • Diagnostics: Utilize electronic diagnostic tools, pressure gauges, and service manuals to accurately identify root causes of equipment failure.
  • Sea Trials: Conduct routine dockside testing and open-water sea trials to verify repair performance and safety.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of 2-3 years of professional mechanical experience, preferably in a boatyard or marine setting.
  • Strong foundation in internal combustion engines(2-stroke/4-stroke), fuel systems, and basic 12V electrical systems.
  • Ability to lift 50lbs, climb ladders, work comfortably in confined vessel spaces, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license.
  • Ownership of standard mechanical hand tools appropriate for the trade.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive pay
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company match

Pay: $16.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Apply through Indeed https://www.indeed.com/job/marine-mechanic-aafba1fecd612766

Job Posted:

Are you looking to spend your workdays by the water? Abel’s Marina and Boatyard is seeking a hardworking, dependable, and enthusiastic Marina & Boatyard worker to join our team. In this role, you will be the backbone of our daily waterfront and yard operations, ensuring our facility runs smoothly and our customers’ vessels are meticulously cared for. Whether you are an experienced marine professional or looking to launch your career in the marine industry, Abel’s Marina & Boatyard offers a fast-paced, hands-on work environment with opportunities for advancement, skill development, and long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Vessel Handling: Assist with boat launching, hauling, loading onto lifts, trailers, and the storage of boats onto stands.
  • Boat Maintenance: Perform boat bottom painting, power washing, hull cleaning, buffing and waxing, and detailing.
  • Boat Service: Engine work, carpentry, mechanical, fiberglassing, painting, step masts, and rigging.
  • Facility Upkeep: Maintain overall cleanliness of the marina and boatyard, maintenance and repair equipment.
  • Team Support: Work closely with our operations manager and other technicians to prepare boats on time.

Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, lift up to 50lbs, and comfortably climb in and out of boats.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays during peak boating season.
  • Strong attention to detail, a safety-first mindset, and excellent teamwork skills.
  • Experience in towing trailers, operating machinery, or basic boat handling is a huge plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate!

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive pay
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company match

Pay: $16.00 – $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Apply through Indeed https://www.indeed.com/job/yard-crew-member-bd970ca5bd10600e

Job Posted:

Small Rockland-based publishing company is currently hiring for a full-time Office Manager/Special Projects Assistant. Candidates must have excellent computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Suite. Mac-based office. Requires the ability to work on-site as part of a team and independently in a small office environment, complete time-sensitive projects, have excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task. This salaried position includes generous paid time off, healthcare, and retirement benefits.

Send resumé and cover letter to [email protected].

Salary range: $35,000 – $45,000 depending on experience

Overview:
Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors presents an eclectic collection of stories written for people who enjoy boats, the outdoors, and living and playing along the coast. In each issue of the magazine and in the website content, you’ll find history, art, architecture, science, profiles of a colorful characters, and boats and marine matters—everything that makes Maine unique. Each year we gather Maine’s finest artists, architects, boatbuilders, craftsmen, designers, furniture makers, jewelers, and marine gear vendors together at our Show in Rockland, Maine, during the second weekend of August.

Key Responsibilities:
Provide customer service and general office support for the magazine and annual Boat & Home Show

General office support:

  • Answer phones, check messages, greet office visitors
  • Maintain office calendars and meeting schedule
  • Provide customer service for subscription inquiries in coordination with fulfillment service
  • Meter outgoing mail and packages and deliver to Post Office, maintain mail center
  • Process online store orders, report deposits to bookkeeping, manage website store, renew website domain names upon expiration
  • Maintain office supplies and equipment, reconcile petty cash
  • Assist in maintaining and updating office platforms, software licenses and renewals
  • Coordinate office supplies, office maintenance instructions and payments
  • Maintain and manage office magazine inventory and storage
  • Coordinate renewals and payments for office news/magazine subscriptions
  • Manage in-house newsstand magazine program
  • Update MBH&H Table of Contents reference document each issue
  • Annually prepare office inventory for bookkeeping
  • Manage industry payment compliance
  • Process documents for regular upload to bookkeeping, file bills and other paperwork

Special Projects/Boat Show support:

  • Create and update vendor database records
  • Primary point of contact with show vendors: contracts, payments, insurance, guest ticket orders, and credentials
  • Run reports for show staff as needed
  • Order general supplies as needed
  • On-site all throughout the show, and is a key contact and resource for vendors and staff. Manages the show office: preps materials/exhibitor kits, trains and supervises personnel, and helps with vendor check-in.
  • Helps with post-show site clean up and organizing storage units.

Job Posted:

Experienced Marine Painter, Safe Harbor Kittery Point

Apply at https://shmarinas.com/careers/

General Information

  • Location:  Kittery, Maine
  • Employee Type:  Full Time
  • Minimum Experience:  1 Year
  • Pay Range:   $23-$30
  • Pay Type:   Hourly

Additional Contact Information

Description


Safe Harbor Kittery Point is looking for a skilled painter to join our team.  If you have some hands-on experience with marine paint applications, we’d love to hear from you. Experience with laying up fiberglass is a plus as are any other general boat yard skills.  We have a fleet of storage boats in an inside heated environment that require a wide range of cosmetic work throughout the winter months, and a much larger fleet of boats that require similar service throughout the rest of the year.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Identifying what a properly prepped surface looks and feels like
  • Ability to understand and assist in developing job estimates
  • Attention to detail, pride in work
  • Strong aptitude and good attitude
  • Professional and team-oriented, but also able to work independently

Minimum Soft Skill Qualifications 

  • Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company
  • Consistently treats others with dignity and respect
  • Genuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitude
  • Frequently demonstrates a bias toward action
  • Always communicates effectively and courteously with fellow teammates and members
  • Continuously follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties
  • Shows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive manner
  • Gladly provides responsive, and high level of service to our teammates and members
  • Eagerly puts forth the extra effort to accomplish duties
  • Adapts quickly and efficiently to changing priorities in order to meet teammate or member needs

The Company

Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC (SHM) is the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world. As a fast-growing company, SHM cultivates a team dynamic of passionate individuals led by the sharpest minds in the industry in order to serve the vibrant boating community that encompasses the SHM network. SHM teammates are committed to thinking critically, providing outstanding service and building relationships with all that we serve. SHM offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with – and learn from – highly experienced professionals in the marine industry. In addition, SHM offers eligible employees healthcare benefits, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and relocation opportunities. #techniciancareers

 

Safe Harbor Marinas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Safe Harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  Additional disclosures available at https://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/.

Job Posted:

Outboard Technician, Safe Harbor Kittery Point

Apply at https://shmarinas.com/careers/

General Information

  • Location: Eliot, ME, 03903
  • Employee Type: Full Time
  • Minimum Experience: 1 Year
  • Pay Range:  $23-$38 / Hour

Additional Contact Information

Description

Applicant’s desired background to include outboard engine maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs and repowers, as well as a familiarity with related vessel systems. Safe Harbor Kittery Point has two waterfront facilities in Kittery and Eliot, Maine that service, repair, and store recreational and commercial vessels, power and sail, ranging from 18′ to +50′.  We are dealers for Yamaha, Suzuki, and Mercury engines. OEM training opportunities are available. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Inspect, maintain, and repair boats of all kinds
  • Utilize diagnostic equipment to test and repair boat engines, running gear, and navigational equipment
  • Install and test sanitation and refrigeration systems, cabinetry, electrical systems, steering gear, and accessories
  • Troubleshoot, test, repair, replace, remove and install vessel systems and components
  • Conduct thorough assessment prior to starting a job including: acknowledging the budgeted time and time frame for completion, proving the system and the element requiring service, sourcing parts if required
  • Overall knowledge of marine systems including electrical, plumbing & water systems
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and install vessel systems and components including but not limited to: electrical, electronics, HVAC, plumbing & water systems (fresh, salt, and waste), gas and diesel engines
  • Assign parts and purchases to the appropriate vessels/tickets
  • Must possess own tools
  • Availability to work overtime in order to meet deadlines
  • Other duties as assigned by Manager

Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

  • Follow SHM Safety and Environmental rules and complete required related training.
  • Wear proper personal protective equipment (may include safety glasses, gloves, life jackets and/or hard hats) as required for the task or work area. 
  • Report all accidents, injuries, spills and near misses immediately. 

Technical and Physical Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Technical school training preferred
  • 5 years’ experience preferred
  • ABYC and/or manufacturer certifications preferred
  • Ability to ascend and descend a ladder
  • Must carry own tools
  • Ability to work in confined spaces
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Basic boat handling skills preferred
  • Experience with both gas and diesel engines preferred

Minimum Soft Skill Qualifications 

  • Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company
  • Consistently treats others with dignity and respect
  • Genuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitude
  • Frequently demonstrates a bias toward action
  • Always communicates effectively and courteously with fellow teammates and members
  • Continuously follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties
  • Shows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive manner
  • Gladly provides responsive, and high level of service to our teammates and members
  • Eagerly puts forth the extra effort to accomplish duties
  • Adapts quickly and efficiently to changing priorities in order to meet teammate or member needs

The Company

Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC (SHM) is the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world. As a fast-growing company, SHM cultivates a team dynamic of passionate individuals led by the sharpest minds in the industry in order to serve the vibrant boating community that encompasses the SHM network. SHM teammates are committed to thinking critically, providing outstanding service and building relationships with all that we serve. SHM offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with – and learn from – highly experienced professionals in the marine industry.  In addition, SHM offers eligible employees healthcare benefits, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and relocation opportunities. #techniciancareers

Safe Harbor Marinas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Safe Harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.  The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  Additional disclosures available at https://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/.

Job Posted:

Experienced Boatyard Hand / Equipment Operator, Safe Harbor Kittery Point

Apply at https://shmarinas.com/careers/

General Information

  • Location: Eliot, ME, 03903
  • Employee Type: Full Time
  • Minimum Experience: 1 Year
  • Pay Range:  $20-$30 / Hour

Additional Contact Information

Description
Safe Harbor Kittery Point has two waterfront facilities in Kittery and Eliot, Maine that service, repair and store power and sailing vessels ranging from 18′ to +50′. We are looking for an experienced Yard Hand / Equipment Operator to join our team. The Yard Hand / Equipment Operator is responsible for moving, hauling, and launching all vessels on location, as well as assisting with carrying out tasks required to successfully achieve the service department objectives. The successful candidate would be offered the opportunity to acquire additional skill sets within the boatyard and marina operations. Basic boat handling skills are required; ability to operate power and sail vessels is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Operate heavy equipment including, but not limited to:  forklift, travelift, and hydraulic trailer to move, haul, and launch boats
  • Be able to operate machinery efficiently, effectively and demonstrate safe handling of vessels
  • Inspect, maintain, and repair equipment to ensure operational
  • Perform general boat maintenance and service work including, but not limited to: pressure washing, buffing & waxing, bottom painting, zinc replacement, etc.
  • Grounds/facilities maintenance and marina cleanliness
  • Availability to work overtime when required
  • Carry out additional duties as assigned by supervisor & assist fellow crewmembers as needed

Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

  • Follow SHM Safety and Environmental rules and complete required related training
  • Wear proper personal protective equipment (may include safety glasses, gloves, life jackets and/or hard hats) as required for the task or work area
  • Report all accidents, injuries, spills and near misses immediately

 Technical and Physical Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • 1-2 years’ relevant experience preferred
  • Forklift experience preferred
  • Basic boat handling skills required
  • Ability to ascend and descend a ladder
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions
  • Ability to work in confined spaces
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Must possess a valid drivers’ license

Minimum Soft Skill Qualifications 

  • Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company
  • Consistently treats others with dignity and respect
  • Genuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitude
  • Frequently demonstrates a bias toward action
  • Always communicates effectively and courteously with fellow teammates and members
  • Continuously follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties
  • Shows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive manner
  • Gladly provides responsive, and high level of service to our teammates and members
  • Eagerly puts forth the extra effort to accomplish duties
  • Adapts quickly and efficiently to changing priorities in order to meet teammate or member needs

The Company

Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC (SHM) is the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world. As a fast-growing company, SHM cultivates a team dynamic of passionate individuals led by the sharpest minds in the industry in order to serve the vibrant boating community that encompasses the SHM network. SHM teammates are committed to thinking critically, providing outstanding service and building relationships with all that we serve. SHM offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with – and learn from – highly experienced professionals in the marine industry.  In addition, SHM offers eligible employees healthcare benefits, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and relocation opportunities. #boatingcareers 

Safe Harbor Marinas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Safe Harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  Additional disclosures available at https://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/. 

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Careers and Training

Consider a Career in the Marine Trades

Whether you are just getting started thinking about a career, or maybe thinking about a career change, the marine trades in Maine is an industry full of opportunity and you can be part of it. America’s marine industry began in Maine and today it combines centuries-old traditional skills with some of the most cutting-edge technologies of the future. Maine hosts hundreds of companies involved in products and services such as:

  • Boat Building
  • Marine Engineering and Design
  • Marine Electronics
  • Sail Making and Rigging
  • Management
  • Woodworking and Joinery
  • Marine Mechanics and Systems
  • Painting and Finishing
  • Equipment Operations
  • Yacht Captains
  • Sales and Marketing
  • …and MORE

The marine trades allow you to use your skills in fields like math, drafting, electronics, mechanics, woodworking and chemistry to build a lucrative and rewarding career. You can also be involved in the exciting field of composite technology. Approximately 90% of Maine boat builders utilize composite technologies in their work today. Not only that, the skills used in composite technology are in high demand around the world. Contact us for more information about career opportunities in the marine trades industry.

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Training

Maine Marine Trades Association

Please check our event page for information on training events for the marine industry. Some of the topics we offer include:

  • OSHA 10-Hour Industry Safety Certification
  • Crane Operator Safety Training
  • Straddle-lift Safety Training
  • Hydraulic Trailer Safety Training
  • Hydraulic Systems Training
  • Certification testing for the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC)

The Landing School
Maine is fortunate to be home to The Landing School, one of the top marine industry training centers in the United States. The Landing School in Arundel is also the only school in the world offering accredited programs in yacht design, wooden boat building, composite boat building and marine systems under one roof – and the only residential yacht design degree program in the United States. The Landing School is an innovative training ground for the future of the marine industry, providing men and women pursuing their passion for boats with the education and inspiration to turn their passion into a career.
For more information

Southern Maine Community College 
With help from the Maine Quality Center funding, SMCC’s South Portland Campus has been offering Basic Yamaha Outboard Technician training. For more information email: [email protected] or call 207-741-5951.

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