Rigger Technician

The Rigger Service Technician is a skilled and essential member of our team responsible for rigging and maintaining various types of boats and watercraft. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the safety and performance of boats for our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Rigging: Rig boats by installing and configuring various components, including rigging lines, sails, masts, and rigging hardware.
• Inspect and Maintain: Inspect and maintain boat rigging components to ensure they are in optimal condition and make necessary repairs or replacements.
• Tuning: Perform rig tuning to optimize boat performance, including adjusting mast rake, tensioning rigging lines, and setting sail controls.
• Sail Handling: Assist in handling and hoisting sails, securing them, and ensuring they are properly trimmed.
• Rigging Upgrades: Install, modify, or upgrade rigging systems to meet customer specifications or performance requirements.
• Safety Checks: Conduct safety checks on rigging equipment, ensuring that all safety standards and protocols are met.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of rigging work performed, inspections, and parts used.
• Customer Consultation: Communicate with customers regarding rigging needs, recommendations, and cost estimates.
• Repairs: Perform minor boat repairs, such as fiberglass work or hardware replacement, as needed.
• Safety Precautions: Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Inventory Management: Maintain an organized inventory of rigging materials, parts, and equipment.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with other service technicians and boat specialists to ensure comprehensive boat servicing.
• Customer Instruction: Provide customers with instructions and guidance on rigging adjustments and maintenance.
• Environmental Compliance: Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to boat maintenance and waste disposal.
• Emergency Response: Assist in emergency situations, such as boat rescues or towing, when required.
• Quality Control: Ensure that all rigging work meets high-quality standards and customer expectations.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on rigging techniques, materials, and industry trends through training and self-study.

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in rigging or marine systems is advantageous.
• Proven experience in boat rigging, sailing, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of boat rigging components, sailing hardware, and sailing terminology.
• Technical proficiency and mechanical aptitude for boat rigging and repairs.
• Physical fitness and the ability to lift and maneuver heavy boat rigging components.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Safety-conscious mindset and knowledge of safety protocols.
• Flexibility to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Ethical and values-driven approach to boat maintenance and customer interactions.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee discount
• Employee Incentive Stock Options
• Paid time off
• 401k plan

Position Type:

This is a full-time position with regular business hours, but flexibility may be required based on seasonal demand and boat servicing needs.

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO statement):

NVG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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NVG is a drug-free workplace.

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned;

This job description is subject to change at any time. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.