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Job Description
Job Description
Dragonfly Boatworks is seeking an experienced Marine Rigger / Boat Rigging Technician who can perform complete boat installations accurately, cleanly, and with limited supervision.
This is not an entry-level or general labor position. Applicants must have meaningful experience in marine rigging, boatbuilding, marine electrical work, or a closely related installation trade.
We are looking for a dependable technician who understands that proper measurements, secure connections, organized routing, thorough testing, and professional workmanship are essential to building a safe and reliable boat.
Primary Responsibilities
- Rig boats from initial installation through final testing and completion
- Install outboard motors, steering systems, throttle and shift controls, gauges, wiring, batteries, pumps, switches, hardware, and accessories
- Install and connect fuel, plumbing, bilge, livewell, and electrical systems
- Work with both 12-volt and 24-volt marine electrical systems
- Route wiring, cables, hoses, and control lines neatly, securely, and safely
- Read and follow wiring diagrams, installation manuals, measurements, production specifications, and work instructions
- Diagnose and correct electrical, mechanical, installation, and fitment problems
- Test installed systems and verify proper operation before a boat leaves the department
- Identify incomplete, damaged, unsafe, or incorrectly installed components
- Complete assigned work accurately without requiring continuous supervision
- Protect finished surfaces while drilling, cutting, mounting, and installing equipment
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Coordinate with supervisors and other departments to complete boats on schedule
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- Demonstrated experience in marine rigging, boatbuilding, marine service, marine electrical work, or a closely related 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
Preferred Experience
Strong candidates will have experience with several of the following:
- 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
Quality Expectations
The successful applicant must be able to:
- Produce clean, organized, and professional installations
- Measure carefu
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