Jobs

Current Job Openings

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:

  • General Information
    • Location:  Kittery & Eliot, Maine
    • Employee Type:  Full Time
    • Minimum Experience:  1 Year
  • Additional Contact Information
  • Description

Do you enjoy fabricating, building and working with other experienced professionals? Do you want to work for a company that continually invests in its people, facilities, and equipment?   We are looking for an individual with at least 4 years of experience in working with wood, fiberglass and composites in the marine field.  Safe Harbors Marinas has two waterfront facilities in Kittery and Eliot, Maine that service, store and repair recreational and commercial vessels, power and sail, ranging from 18′ to +50′.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Ability to plan ,estimate, and layout carpentry and fiberglass projects
  • Conduct repair work and installation of custom interior boat joinery
  • Knowledge of wooden boat construction and repair techniques
  • Ability to operate all power tools associated with wood and fiberglass

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
  • Additional Information
    • Pay Range:  $24-$30
    • Pay Type:  Hourly

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:

  • General Information
    • Location:  Kittery, Maine
    • Employee Type:  Full Time
    • Minimum Experience:  1 Year
  • Additional Contact Information
  • Description

Do you have an eye and touch for high end finish work?  Do you want to work and collaborate with other marine professionals?  Do you want to work for a company that continually invests in its people, facilities, and equipment?   Safe Harbor Kittery Point is looking for an individual with at least 2 years of experience working with spray and brush paint applications.  Experience with laying up fiberglass is a plus as are any other general boat yard skills. The successful candidate will be professional and team-oriented, but also able to work independently. We have a fleet 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.  Safe Harbors Marinas has two waterfront facilities in Kittery and Eliot, Maine that service, store and repair power and sailing vessels ranging from 18′ to +50′.  

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

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
  • Additional Information
    • Pay Range:   $23-$30
    • Pay Type:   Hourly

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:

  • General Information
    • Location:  Kittery, Maine
    • Employee Type:  Full Time
    • Minimum Experience:  1 Year
  • Additional Contact Information
  • Description

Safe Harbor Kittery Point is looking for an experienced sailboat rigger to join our team. Do you have a background in sailboats and want to become a part of an experienced and versatile team? Do you want to work for a company that continually invests in its people, facilities, and equipment? Safe Harbors Marinas has two waterfront facilities in Kittery and Eliot, Maine that service, store and repair recreational power and sailing vessels ranging from 18′ to +50′.  Riggers effectively and efficiently install, maintain, repair, and replace sailboat rigging and sail systems. Applicant must have an extensive working knowledge of sailboat rigging and hardware. Must be detail oriented. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Unstep and step masts
  • Assemble and disassemble spars
  • Tune standing rigging
  • Connect and troubleshoot mast lights and wiring
  • Install booms, sails, running rigging
  • Prepare sailboats to safely sail
  • Splice lines, service winches and furling systems-both manual and electrical/hydraulic.
  • Service sailboat steering systems and deck hardware
  • Wax and clean spars
  • Inspect and estimate repairs

Additional Information

    • Pay Range:   $20-$30
    • Pay Type:  Hourly

 

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. #safeharborcareers

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:

  • General Information
    • Location:  Kittery & Eliot, Maine
    • Employee Type:  Full Time
    • Minimum Experience:  1 Year
  • Additional Contact Information
  • Description

Do you have an ability to understand all things mechanical? Enjoy a challenge?  We are looking for an experienced marine diesel technician to grow our reputation and lead our group. Do you want to work for a company that continually invests in its people, facilities, and equipment? Safe Harbors Marinas 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′.  OEM training opportunities are available. Familiarity with outboard motors a plus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Inspect, maintain, and repair diesel power systems in boats, including rebuilds and repowers
  • Basic decommissioning and commissioning of all engine and mechanical systems
  • Ability to troubleshoot and replace running gear issues
  • General understanding of marine electrical and plumbing components and ability to test, repair, and replace systems
  • Ability to generate budgeted time and material estimates
  • Ability to use logic, good ears and diagnostic tools to troubleshoot issues
  • Must possess own tools
  • Ability to develop customer relationships and work with other team members

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
  • Additional Information
    • Pay Range:  $23-$38
    • Pay Type:  Hourly

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:

  • General Information
    • Location:  Eliot, Maine
    • Employee Type:  Full Time
    • Minimum Experience:  2 Years
  • Additional Contact Information
  • Description

Do you have the touch and are looking for responsibility and an opportunity to show off your talent in operating equipment?  Do you want to work for a company that continually invests in its people, facilities, and equipment? Safe Harbors Marinas 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 equipment operator to join our team. The Equipment Operator is responsible for moving, hauling and launching all vessels on location. The successful candidate would be offered the opportunity to acquire additional skill sets within the boatyard and marina operations. Ability to operate power and sail vessels is preferred. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Operate heavy equipment including but not limited to:  forklifts, travelifts, and hydraulic trailers
  • Be able to operate machinery efficiently, effectively and demonstrate safe handling of vessels
  • Inspect, maintain and repair equipment to ensure operational
  • Perform related tasks such as pressure washing, bottom painting, block and stand vessels, and general facilities maintenance, as needed

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
  • Additional Information
    • Pay Range:  $20-$30
    • Pay Type:   Hourly

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. #marinacareers

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:

Full-time, year round preferred.

Brewer South Freeport Marine is looking for a sailboat rigger or sailboat rigging assistant to assist with de-rigging and un-stepping sailboats for service and storage. Work with our team to assess, repair, replace, install and maintain spars, rigging hardware, standing and running rigging. Fabricate lifelines, install deck hardware build and service furlers. We bend and un-bend sails and perform basic DC electrical troubleshooting and repairs. Utilize other marine related skills to assist other departments.

Work in our well equipped rigging shop that is 120’ by 30’. Padded mast racks, trolley system for lifting and lowering spars, heated, well lit, large windows, polished concrete floors with 60’ work bench. TEREX BT3000 boom truck for un-stepping / stepping. From water or from land.

Applicant should be a positive, self-motivated team player with good communication skills. General boat yard work experience with rigging specific experience is preferred. Qualified boom truck operator and boat moving experience a plus but not necessary.

If interested, please send resume to [email protected] or give us a call, 207-865-3181

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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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