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Employment Opportunities

Careers at Thunderbolt Marine

Thunderbolt Marine is always looking for talented, motivated and experienced individuals to complement our in-house trades.

Thunderbolt Marine Inc. (TMI) is a privately held company located on the Wilmington River and adjacent to the historic City of Savannah Georgia. TMI has provided repair and refit services for a wide range of commercial and recreational vessels for more than 50 years, from our 25 acre site, in the Town of Thunderbolt. Our talented craftsmen work on a wide range of vessels from 50 to 225 feet, offering a full array of maintenance and repair services for our customers.

We are always interested in having a conversation with tradesmen/women who take pride in their craft and require an opportunity to showcase their skills with an industry leading yacht repair facility.

If you are interested in joining the TMI Team please fill out an application or send us your resume. Find out more about current openings, compensation and benefit packages.

Current Openings

Trades We Recruit For

Apply for consideration by our hiring team. Click any position to read its full description & technical scope.

Mechanical Shop

Hydraulics Technician

An experienced and self-motivated individual who is looking for a challenging and diverse work environment. Position requires relocation to Savannah, Georgia.

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Carpentry Shop

Yacht Cabinet Maker / Joiner

Perform detailed joiner and carpentry repair assignments onboard vessels in conjunction with shop bench work using wood and other commonly encountered marine joinery materials.

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Paint Shop

Marine Bottom Painter

Key position in the yard responsible for applying a variety of marine coatings across a range of vessel types using specialized equipment including spray equipment or hand application.

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Electrical Shop

Marine Electrician

Responsible for testing, maintaining, repairing, and installing marine electrical components primarily on AC/DC electrical systems in yachts and commercial vessels.

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Metal Shop

Marine Welder / Fabricator

Perform layout, fabrication, fit, and welding of components for vessels at all stages of refit and repair inside metal shop, onboard dry-docked vessels, dockside, and facility projects.

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Metal & Plumbing Shop

Marine Pipefitter

Perform layout, fabrication, repair, maintenance, removals, assembly, and installation of various plumbing and pipe systems onboard dry-docked vessels and vessels in service.

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Rigging Shop

Yacht Rigger

Experienced and self-motivated individual looking for a challenging and diverse work environment. Requires relocation to Savannah, Georgia.

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Canvas Shop

Marine Canvas & Upholstery Technician

Pattern, foam build, assemble, and install all aspects of upholstery products found inside and outside on yachts.

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Yard Operations

Haulout / Yard Hand

Excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain exposure or build upon prior experience hauling and launching vessels in a busy boatyard.

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HVAC Shop

Marine HVAC-R Technician

Responsible for installation and repair of marine air conditioning and refrigeration systems on yachts. Conduct preventive maintenance, repair, installation, servicing, and commissioning.

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Mechanical Shop

Marine Mechanical Technician

Service, repair, and/or replace vessel machinery such as drivelines (including bearings and seals), main propulsion equipment, hydraulic and electric thrusters, generators, and auxiliary systems.

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Mechanical Shop

Marine Mechanical Assistant

Repair, replace, and install equipment and ancillary components using detailed instructions under the supervision of a lead mechanical technician.

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Mechanical Shop

Yacht Valve Specialist

Perform maintenance, assessment, repair, and testing on various types of valves (seacocks, thru-hulls, manifold valves). Perform disassembly, cleaning, inspection, measuring, reassembly, and testing.

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Thunderbolt Marine, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be provided equal consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, military status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Apply Online or Email Resume

Complete the short form below, or email your resume directly to hr@thunderboltmarine.us. You can also download the printable application form above.

Applying for:Marine Canvas & Upholstery Specialist
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