Marine & Powersports Service Technician

Job summary

Diagnose, maintain, and repair marine and powersports equipment using diagnostic tools, while inspecting equipment and identifying additional safety or reliability needs. Communicate findings with the Service Advisor, document work accurately, maintain a safe and organized shop, and complete ongoing manufacturer training.

Job details

Looking for a shop where your skills are valued and your work makes a difference? Join a team where your technical expertise helps keep boats on the water, sleds in the snow, and riders on the trails. Located just 20 minutes north of Edmonton, Gibbons Motor Toys is a market leader in heavy gauge aluminum boats and powersports products. We retail and service Can-Am, Ski-Doo, KingFisher, Stabicraft, Mercury, and more. With over 40 years of experience, our sales, parts, and service teams provide some of the best product knowledge in the industry. Named Employer of Choice by Boating Industry Canada seven years running, we're committed to creating a team environment where people can learn, grow, and build rewarding careers. As a Service Technician, you'll be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide variety of marine and powersports equipment while delivering the industry-leading workmanship our customers have come to expect. Marine and powersports experience is an asset, but it isn't required. If you're a skilled technician with strong mechanical and diagnostic abilities, we'll provide the product training, manufacturer training, and support you need to succeed. We welcome applicants from automotive, heavy equipment, agriculture, trucking, recreational vehicles, and other mechanical trades. Who You Are You're a mechanically minded problem-solver who enjoys figuring out how things work and takes pride in doing the job right the first time. You are dependable, organized, safety-focused, and thrive in an environment where quality and efficiency both matter. What You'll Do Diagnostics, Service & Repair Diagnose and repair marine and powersports products using advanced diagnostic tools Perform maintenance, service, and repair work to Gibbons Motor Toys' quality standards Inspect equipment thoroughly and identify additional maintenance or repair needs that could impact the customer's safety, reliability, or enjoyment Work closely with the Service Advisor to communicate findings, recommendations, and required repairs to ensure customers can make informed decisions Customer Service & Product Knowledge Continuously develop knowledge across multiple manufacturers and product lines Maintain a professional and positive attitude when interacting with customers Help deliver the exceptional customer experience Gibbons Motor Toys is known for Organization, Safety & Continuous Improvement Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area Complete electronic repair orders and supporting documentation accurately, including photos Properly use shop tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment Identify opportunities to improve shop efficiency, processes, and overall quality Complete manufacturer training and technical updates as required What You'll Bring 5+ years of experience in a Service Technician or related mechanical role Formal vocational or technical training is considered an asset Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities Experience using computerized diagnostic and repair systems Above-average computer skills and comfort working with electronic work orders Strong attention to detail and pride in your work Proven ability to meet deadlines and work schedules Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic Why You'll Like Working Here Work on industry-leading marine and powersports brands Employee demo program that gives you the opportunity to experience our products firsthand Ongoing manufacturer training and professional development opportunities to continue growing your skills Flexible scheduling options, including the opportunity to work four 10-hour shifts Join a team that values quality workmanship, accountability, and continuous improvement Group health, dental, life, and disability benefits after 3 months Health Spending Account after 6 months Employer-matched pension plan after 1 year Closed all long weekends Employer of Choice Gibbons Motor Toys is proud to be recognized as a Boating Industry Canada Employer of Choice.

What you’ll do

Diagnose, maintain, and repair marine and powersports equipment using diagnostic tools, while inspecting equipment and identifying additional safety or reliability needs. Communicate findings with the Service Advisor, document work accurately, maintain a safe and organized shop, and complete ongoing manufacturer training.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of experience in a service technician or related mechanical role, strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities, and experience with computerized diagnostic and repair systems. Formal technical training is an asset; candidates should also have strong computer, organizational, safety, time-management, and customer-service skills.

Benefits

• Employee Demo Program
• Manufacturer Training
• Professional Development
• Flexible Scheduling
• Group Health Benefits
• Dental Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Health Spending Account
• Employer-Matched Pension Plan
• Long Weekends Off

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Diagnostics
• Equipment Repair
• Preventive Maintenance
• Computerized Diagnostic Systems
• Electronic Work Orders
• Attention To Detail
• Problem-Solving
• Time Management
• Organization
• Customer Service
• Safety Practices
• Technical Documentation
• Deadline Management
• Marine Equipment
• Powersports Equipment

Job areas

• Trades
• Sports & Recreation
• Retail
• Customer Service & Support