Job Description
Job Location: Larchmont, NY 10538
Salary Range: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly
Marine Facilities Technician
Larchmont Yacht Club
Larchmont, New York
Full-Time Position
Hourly
Rate: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour
Benefits: PTO | Health Benefits | 401K
Reports to: Marine Facilities Director
About Larchmont Yacht Club and the Marina
Founded in 1880, Larchmont Yacht Club is widely recognized as one of the premier yacht clubs in the United States. Located just 16 miles from New York City on an 11-acre waterfront campus along Long Island Sound, the Club has long been a center for competitive sailing, recreational boating, and family life on the water.
The marina and waterfront operations are central to the Club’s identity. Larchmont Yacht Club manages an active harbor presence that includes more than 350 moorings, launch operations, racing programs, junior sailing, and year-round waterfront events. The Marine Facilities Department maintains and operates a wide range of infrastructure including the main launch dock, a fully equipped work dock with hoists and fuel services, a junior sailing dock, a dry sail yard, and a busy boatyard that supports both member vessels and club-owned fleets.
The department is responsible for maintaining the safety, functionality, and appearance of these facilities while supporting one of the most active sailing communities on Long Island Sound. Marine Facilities staff work closely with junior sailing programs, race committees, launch operators, and club leadership to ensure the waterfront runs smoothly throughout the year.
Position Summary
The Marine Facilities Technician plays a key role in maintaining and operating the Club’s marina, boatyard, docks, and waterfront equipment. This position combines hands-on mechanical work, dock and mooring maintenance, vessel handling, and operational support for the Club’s sailing and waterfront programs.
Working under the direction of the Marine Facilities Director, the technician will assist with boatyard operations, equipment maintenance, storm preparation, and waterfront projects. The role includes both land-based and on-water responsibilities and requires strong mechanical ability, boating experience, and a practical understanding of marine systems.
This position is well suited for experienced marine technicians, boatyard professionals, marina operators, or individuals with strong hands-on maritime backgrounds who enjoy working outdoors and taking ownership of complex waterfront operations.
Key Responsibilities
Waterfront Operations
- Support daily operations across docks, moorings, boatyard facilities, and waterfront infrastructure
- Operate Club launch vessels when needed during shoulder seasons or operational gaps
- Assist with harbor inspections, mooring maintenance, and navigational marker upkeep within Larchmont Harbor
- Support waterfront logistics for race events, junior sailing programs, and watersports activities
Boatyard and Marine Equipment
- Assist with hauling, launching, and transporting vessels using tractors, trailers, cranes, and hydraulic equipment
- Conduct rigging work including line splicing for club boats and moorings
- Perform general boatyard maintenance and facility upkeep
- Assist with shrink-wrapping boats and preparing vessels for winter storage
- Support commissioning and decommissioning of club-owned boats and waterfront equipment
Mechanical and Systems Support
- Troubleshoot basic marine mechanical systems including outboards and diesel engines
- Assist with maintenance and repair of dock infrastructure, electrical stanchions, and marina equipment
- Identify maintenance issues and coordinate repairs with the Marine Facilities Director
Storm Preparation and Seasonal Operations
- Participate in storm preparation and post-storm response efforts when necessary
- Assist with securing vessels, docks, and waterfront equipment ahead of severe weather events
- Support offseason facility improvements and capital projects
Qualifications
Qualifications
- U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential with Limited Master license or higher
- Current First Aid and CPR certification
- Valid driver’s license
- Demonstrated experience operating boats, trailers, and hydraulic lifting equipment
- Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with marine systems including fiberglass, outboard motors, and diesel engines
- Experience working in a marina, boatyard, sailing center, or marine service environment strongly preferred
- Shrink wrapping experience preferred but not required
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
- Active outdoor work environment on docks, boats, and boatyard facilities
- Regular lifting of equipment and materials up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work safely around water, vessels, machinery, and lifting equipment
- Work schedule may include weekends and holidays depending on operational needs
- Comfort working outdoors in changing weather conditions throughout the year
Why Join the Marine Facilities Team at Larchmont Yacht Club
Larchmont Yacht Club offers a rare opportunity to work at one of the most active and respected sailing facilities on Long Island Sound. The Marine Facilities team supports a complex waterfront operation that includes racing fleets, junior sailing programs, member vessels, and a large mooring field.
This role provides hands-on experience across all aspects of marina and boatyard operations while working with a knowledgeable and dedicated team. For marine professionals who enjoy practical problem solving, vessel operations, and waterfront work, the position offers a challenging and rewarding environment within a historic club community.
If you take pride in maintaining high-quality marine facilities and enjoy working in a dynamic waterfront setting, we invite you to apply and become part of the Larchmont Yacht Club team.
