Experienced Marine Rigger / Boat Rigging Technician
$45,760–$58,240 year
On-siteVero Beach, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Rig boats from initial installation through final testing, installing outboard motors, steering systems, throttle controls, gauges, wiring, batteries, pumps, and accessories. Connect fuel, plumbing, bilge, livewell, and electrical systems while reading wiring diagrams, installation manuals, and production specifications. Route wiring, cables, hoses, and control lines neatly and securely. Diagnose and correct electrical, mechanical, installation, and fitment problems, then test installed systems to verify proper operation before departure. Protect finished surfaces while drilling, cutting, and mounting equipment, maintaining a clean and organized work area. Coordinate with supervisors and other departments to complete boats on schedule.
Required Qualifications
- Meaningful experience in marine rigging, boatbuilding, marine electrical work, or a closely related installation trade
- Working knowledge of both 12-volt and 24-volt marine electrical systems
- Experience installing and troubleshooting wiring, batteries, switches, breakers, chargers, distribution panels, pumps, and related marine equipment
- Ability to identify voltage requirements and verify that components are correctly installed, connected, protected, and tested
- Experience using hand tools, cordless tools, drills, saws, crimpers, multimeters, and other installation or diagnostic equipment
- Ability to read a tape measure accurately and perform basic shop math
- Ability to make secure electrical connections using proper terminals, connectors, crimping methods, and heat shrink
- Understanding of wire routing, circuit protection, polarity, grounding, and safe battery connections
- Ability to read wiring diagrams, manufacturer instructions, and production specifications
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and an understanding of professional fit-and-finish standards
- Ability to work independently while remaining accountable for completed work
- Reliable attendance and the ability to report to work on time
- Clear English communication skills sufficient for safety instructions, training, documentation, and teamwork
- A valid driver's license
- Authorization to work in the United States and the ability to complete required employment verification
Desired Qualifications
- Experience rigging a boat from an unfinished hull through final completion
- Outboard motor installation and setup
- Hydraulic and mechanical steering systems
- Throttle and shift control installation
- 12-volt and 24-volt battery banks and multi-battery systems
- Battery switches, chargers, breakers, fuses, relays, and distribution panels
- Proper wire sizing, circuit protection, terminal installation, and heat-shrink connections
- Bilge pumps, livewell systems, fuel systems, freshwater systems, and plumbing
- Trolling motors, trim tabs, jack plates, marine electronics, lighting, and accessories
- Reading marine wiring diagrams and manufacturer installation manuals
- Using multimeters to test voltage, continuity, polarity, and electrical connections
- Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, or installation problems
- Performing final system checks and quality-control inspections
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