Everything Has A Reason

Over time this statement became a culture at Bass Cat and Yar-Craft Boats. A simple tribal tactic, not one that comes from a how-to manual or a mission statement. It comes with years of building the finest bass and walleye boats in the world. Our staff compiles hundreds of years of boat-building experience. We aren’t the new kids on the block, and we know our culture runs deep.

We uphold a commitment to ensuring each boat is comprised of the finest quality throughout the manufacturing process. Better resins, better fiberglass, better techniques and not cutting corners in any segment. It’s not about the price, it’s about the boats and the people that build and run them.

Job Purpose:

As the Boat Loader and Maintenance Technician, this employee will be responsible for operating heavy equipment and will perform a variety of tasks relating to the shipment of boats. When this employee is not loading boats, this employee will be responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems, and processes to support the achievement of the site’s business goals and objectives. This is a full time position that will require the ability to maintain the highest level of safety mindset, as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing work environments.

• All positions are safety sensitive. A safety sensitive position is any position designated in writing by an employer, in which a person performing the position while under the influence of marijuana may constitute a threat to health or safety.
• Must have a valid driver's license, must have insurable driving record.

Maintenance Duties and Responsibilities:

• Team up with the management to upgrade activities and schedule periodic maintenance.

• Perform regularly scheduled interior and exterior maintenance, sanitation and assigned projects/events to ensure cleanliness and maintenance of physical plant and equipment in compliance with established practices.

• Monitor equipment and physical plant performance; respond appropriately and promptly to alerts of malfunction; document and resolve any equipment maintenance or safety concerns.

• Monitor and report to Manager on compliance with maintenance issues.

• Purchase supplies in town, as needed/required.

• Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production machines and the plant facility’s equipment.

• Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and perform scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.

• Perform simple machinist duties and responsibilities.

• Perform mechanical skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines.

• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

• Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test and adjust.

• Perform regular preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and plant facilities.

• Perform a variety of plumbing maintenance and carpentry functions.

• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.

• Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report those and any unusual situations with proper supervision.

• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

• Responsible for all other tasks/duties as assigned or necessary to successfully meet the goals and mission of the organization.

Maintenance Qualifications:

• Good interpersonal relationship skills.

• Ability to share technical ideas and concepts with public and non-technical personnel.

• Good verbal and writing skills.

• Good problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage, lead, participate and schedule multiple activities.

• Ability to work dynamically in various work environments.

• Demonstrated carpentry and painting skills.

• Ability to safely operate machinery, power tools and hand tools.

• Ability to follow through on systems and procedures.

• Attention to detail and good organizational skills.

• Ability to handle multiple demands, work under time pressures and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Regular, predictable attendance.

• Ability to be self-motivated and work independently.

• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.

Loader Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures boat placement accuracy based on written or verbal instructions.

• Observes positions of boats as to the correct positions at the appropriate times.

• Checks conditions and weights of vessels to ensure compliance with loading procedures.

• Operates industrial trucks, tractors, loaders, and other equipment to transport materials to and from transportation vehicles and loading docks, and to store and retrieve materials in warehouses.

• Must be able to work in non-climate-controlled environment for extended periods of time.

• Loader duties are the main priority of this position with warehouse back-up as secondary.

Loader Competencies:

• The Loader needs the skill of operation and monitoring. This includes watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

• The Loader needs the skill of operation and control. This includes controlling operations of equipment or systems.

• The Loader needs the skill of reading comprehension. This understands written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

• The Loader needs the skill of judgment and decision making. This means considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

• The Loader needs the skill of troubleshooting when it is needed. This means the ability to determine causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

• The Loader needs the skill of active listening. This means giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• The Loader needs the skill of active learning. This means understanding the implications of additional information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

• The Loader needs the skill of learning strategies. This includes selecting and using training methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.

• The Loader must have the skill of time management. This includes managing their time as well as the time of the crew.

• The Loader needs the skill of coordination. This includes adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.

• The Loader needs the ability to adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions quickly and repeatedly.

• The Loader needs the ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma/GED and completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and production maintenance experience.

• 4+ years of manufacturing experience; strong hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and industrial skills with some PLC experience and HVAC.

• Applicable certification(s).

• Must have current driver’s license and provide a current MVR.

Working Conditions:

While performing the responsibilities of the Maintenance job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment Maintenance will encounter. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Maintenance job. This is considered a safety-sensitive position.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles.

• Occasional Exposure:

• Outdoor weather conditions (trash pick-up, landscaping, snow shoveling, maintenance of parking lots, roof-top equipment and building exterior, tasks in loading dock area)

• Loud noise from compressor system, power tools, equipment/building alarms, etc.

• Frequent Exposure to:

• Wet and/or humid conditions (maintenance of equipment, restrooms, other areas)

• Cold or extreme cold conditions (e.g., maintenance of outside equipment)

• Change in room temperatures due to proximity of entrance/exit doors

• Carts, pallets, and hand-trucks moving in and out of storage/manufacturing/warehouse areas

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

• The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.

Physical Requirements:

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the Maintenance job.

While performing the responsibilities of the Maintenance job, the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 75 lbs. throughout shift.

• Ability to team-lift over 75 lbs.

• Ability to squat, sit, balance and rotate body.

• This position is highly active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day.

• Ability to ascend and descend stairs, ladders, and step stools.

• Manual dexterity to operate hand tools and power tools and handle small machine parts of equipment.

• Ability to safely use sharp cutting instruments/tools.

• Ability to complete repetitive office tasks (sitting at a desk, reaching, bending, filing, using a computer keyboard and looking at a computer screen) for several hours per day.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to use feet and hands to operate tools, machinery, and vehicles

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.

Americans with Disability Specifications

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to weather conditions, normal office environment or factory environment that is not climate controlled. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The factory in certain areas maintains a high fiberglass and dust environment.

Personal Protective Equipment might be required in certain areas of the factory including but not limited to safety glasses, respirator, hearing protection, gloves, and protective garments.

Employees in safety-sensitive positions must report to work fit for duty and must remain fit for duty throughout their workday. To be fit for duty, the employee must not be impaired by alcohol, illicit drugs, or medication.

When you join our team of Dream Builders, you can join a team that values:

• Growing with a faith-based company that values people, performance, and philanthropy.
• Making a difference in the world
• Learning a skilled trade
• Family oriented atmosphere
• Competitive benefits
  • Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Personal Time
• Job stability
• Attendance Bonuses that start on day one and increase after 90 days.
• Employee Appreciation Celebrations as well as Family Day
• Attendance bonuses, referral bonuses, end of the year profit sharing

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Bass Cat Boat Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bass Cat Boat Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Bass Cat Boat Company expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Bass Cat Boat Company’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.