Marine Electrician

Gillen Yacht Services, Inc. • Full-time • Dania Beach, Florida, United States • $35 - $45 / hour • 1m ago

Are you an ABYC-certified marine electrician who wants to work on some of South Florida's most sophisticated private and charter yachts? We're hiring at our Harbour Towne Marina location in Dania Beach — and we're paying above market for the right person.

Pay: $35.00 – $45.00 per hour based on experience

Job Type: Full-Time | In-Person

About Gillen Yacht Services

Gillen Yacht Services has been a trusted name in the South Florida yachting industry since 1993. We are a second-generation, family-owned company with five locations across Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach. Our Harbour Towne Marina location is our original headquarters and one of the region's premier full-service yacht refit and repair facilities.

What makes this role different:

- You'll work on private and charter yachts from 50 to 250+ feet — technically complex, high-stakes work that builds a resume unlike anything in a standard boatyard

- Family-owned culture — leadership works alongside the team, no layers of red tape

- Electrical, mechanical, fabrication, and systems departments work side by side on every project

- We support ongoing professional development including exposure to ABS, Lloyd's, RINA, and other international classification standards

- 30+ years in business with the stability and resources of a multi-location operation

What You'll Be Doing

- Installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting AC/DC power systems, distribution panels, transfer switches, and transformers aboard large yachts and superyachts

- Programming and configuring Main Distribution Frames (MDF) and full vessel electrical distribution systems

- Installing and diagnosing navigation, communication, and vessel monitoring electronics

- Designing and executing cable layouts, routing, and terminations across a range of vessel sizes and complexities

- Conducting corrosion and lightning damage inspections with complete technical documentation

- Working within U.S. and international power standards and frequency requirements

- Producing accurate field reports and documentation meeting classification society and flag-state requirements

- Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and fellow technicians to deliver work on time and to standard

What We're Looking For

Required:

- Minimum 5 years of experience as a marine electrician on yachts, commercial vessels, or military/government vessels

- Current ABYC Certification

- Demonstrated experience with power distribution systems, MDF programming, and electronics commissioning

- Ability to read and execute from wiring diagrams and electrical specifications

- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently while maintaining quality standards

Preferred:

- Familiarity with marine classification standards (ABS, Lloyd's, RINA, or similar)

- Experience aboard superyachts, charter vessels, or military/government ships

Note: Experienced industrial or commercial electricians with a genuine interest in transitioning to marine and a clear path to ABYC certification will also be considered.

Compensation and Benefits

- $35.00 – $45.00 per hour, commensurate with experience

- Health Insurance

- 401(k) Retirement Plan

- Paid Time Off

- Paid Holidays

- Performance Bonuses

- Professional development support including classification society exposure

Position Details

- Full-Time, In-Person

- Location: Harbour Towne Marina, Dania Beach, FL 33004

- English required