BRYAN CORBITT
Marine Technician
Vancouver,USA
Summary
Accomplished Marine Technician with extensive experience, specializing in engine rebuilding and navigation equipment installation. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and effective communication skills, ensuring high-quality pre-delivery inspections and repairs. Proven ability to diagnose complex issues and enhance vessel performance through meticulous maintenance and teamwork.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marine Technician
Sundance Yachts
Portland, Oregon
03.2024 - 01.2026
- Conducted routine maintenance on yacht engines and systems.
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical and mechanical issues in vessels.
- Assisted in installing navigation and communication equipment.
- Operated heavy machinery and power tools proficiently.
- Installed new accessories such as navigation systems, communication radios and lighting fixtures.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on marine vessels, including engines, fuel systems, electrical wiring, air conditioning units and other components.
- Installed outboard motors, ran fuel lines, and wiring harnesses. Sea-trialed vessel upon completion.
- Performed pre-delivery inspections on all vessels.
Marine mechanic
Schooner Creek Boat Works
Portland, OR
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Worked in high volume shop as all-around marine mechanic
- Diagnosed problems and performed repairs and regular maintenance as specified in work order
- Noted any potential issues during inspection and notified service writer
- Ordered necessary parts for work being performed
- Performed tune ups, minor electrical and plumbing repair, thru-hull installation
- Installed outboard motors and accessories on pontoon boats.
- Performed pre-delivery inspections on all work prior to customer receiving boat
- Attended manufacturer training for Mercury and Hamilton Water Jets
- Communicated with supervisor and service writer on daily basis.
- Member of company Safety Compliance Team.
Marine Mechanic
RPM Marine Services
Portland, OR
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Worked as mobile and onsite mechanic.
- Responsible for diagnosing and repairing customer reported problems
- Noted other potential issues that needed to be addressed during inspection
- Performed tune-ups, oil changes, and basic boat maintenance.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Clark College
Vancouver, WA01.2001
Skills
- Engine rebuilding
- Navigation equipment installation
- Pre-delivery inspections
- Equipment inspection
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
Certification
• Current ABYC certification in Marine Systems, certified
• Current certified forklift operator, class 1, 4, 5, certified
• Current certified forklift operator, class 1, 4, 5, certified
Relevant Experience
- Prior experience in fiberglass and gelcoat repair as well as custom fiberglass manufacturing.
- Experience installing outboard motors and accessories on pontoon boats.
- Familiar with most boat systems including minor diesel repair, gasoline engine repair, maintenance, service and tuning, winterizations/dewinterizations, minor electrical diagnosis and repair, freshwater systems, raw water intake systems.
- Experience on powerboats, sailboats, and personal watercraft.
- Assembled inboard skiboats, installed options and water tested craft for Oregon Inboards in Lake Oswego in 1991-1992.
Timeline
Marine Technician
Sundance Yachts
03.2024 - 01.2026
Marine mechanic
Schooner Creek Boat Works
03.2020 - 09.2022
Marine Mechanic
RPM Marine Services
06.2019 - 02.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Clark College