December 20, 2025 Careers

We’re Hiring – Outfitter & Aluminum Welder Fabricator

We are hiring for two positions at Willie Boats! 

Willie Boats Employment Opportunity
Location: Willie Boats
Position: Outfitter

North River Boats will be accepting applications for the position of Outfitter at Willie Boats.

To apply, you must come into Willie Boats at 1440 E Justice Rd Central Point, OR 97502 or download the application at https://www.northriverboats.com/pdf/NorthRiverApplication.pdf and email it to applications@northriverboats.com.

Great starting wage, ESOP, vacation, holiday pay and benefit package.

Work hours:  6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday – Friday
Overtime as needed to meet production goals.

Essential Functions of the job:

• Proper Installation of all outfitting components including, but not limited to; outboard motors, controls, inboard motors, jet drives, deck hardware, fuel tanks, electronics, upholstery and canvas
• Read and understand all aspects of work orders
• Properly operate all equipment to outfit a boat per specific work order
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Maintain a high level of quality
• Must use proper safety equipment for every specific task
• Be accurate and organized
• Work to maintain a productive and positive work environment by proactively communicating with your lead and other leads/supervisors in the rigging department
• Understand basic measurements/Basic math skills
• Perform all other duties as assigned and appropriate to the position

Requirements for the job:

• Must be familiar with the workings of all electric, pneumatic, and hand tools
• Must be able to communicate with all levels of personnel
• Must come to work with a good attitude and be a team player
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs at any given time
• Must maintain an above average attendance record

Willie Boats Employment Opportunity
Location: Willie Boats
Position: Aluminum Welder Fabricator

North River Boats will be accepting applications for the position of Outfitter at Willie Boats.

To apply, you must come into Willie Boats at 1440 E Justice Rd Central Point, OR 97502 or download the application at https://www.northriverboats.com/pdf/NorthRiverApplication.pdf and email it to applications@northriverboats.com.

Great starting wage, ESOP, vacation, holiday pay and benefit package.

Work hours: 6:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M. Mondays – Fridays
Overtime as needed to meet production goals.
General Description: Assist the fabrication department by efficiently producing the highest quality boat hulls to be used in the manufacturing of Willie Boats.

Responsibilities:

• Fit and weld boat hulls using proper welding techniques
• Ensure work orders are completed accurately with precision and in a timely manner to keep production running smoothly
• Use electric, air and hand tools required to perform job tasks with efficiency and care • Maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Must use proper safety equipment for every specific task
• Maintain a high level of quality
• Work to maintain a productive and positive work environment by proactively communicating with your lead and other leads/supervisors in the fabrication department
• Perform all other duties as assigned and appropriate to position

Requirements for the job:

• Must have working knowledge of the manufacturing process
• Must have training and/or experience of aluminum welding techniques
• Must be able to properly use all the equipment in the Boat Building department
• Must be able to communicate and work effectively with all levels of personnel
• Must maintain a high standard of quality and accuracy
• Must maintain an above average attendance record

Physical Requirements of the job:

• Lift up to 80lbs max on occasion
• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Stand, walk, kneel, crawl and crouch inside tight boat spaces throughout a 10-hour day

North River Boats is an EEO and Drug Free employer NCRC preferred but not required (this can be obtained at the Employment Department) This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability