Careers
Build vessels
that matter
Join a team dedicated to saving lives through exceptional engineering and craftsmanship
Culture
100% Employee Owned
We hire experts who understand that precision isn’t just a metric, it saves lives. Because SAFE Boats is a 100% employee-owned company, every builder, engineer, and support specialist has a personal stake in the vessels we deliver. Everyone on the floor knows their contribution matters, guaranteeing absolute accountability and zero compromises when lives are on the line.
Room to grow your craft
We invest in our people because better craftsmen build better boats.
3-Day
Weekends
We have three day weekends – every weekend. Working hard and playing hard.
Purpose-driven work
You will know that what you build protects those who protect others.
Our Mission
To serve those who serve.
Our Vision
To be the #1 choice of our customers and the #1 choice of companies to work for.
Life at SAFE Boats
SAFE BOATS
Our Core Values
Integrity
We do the right thing, even when it’s hard
teamwork
We support each other and make each other better
Commitment
We act like we own the place, because we do
Stewardship
We give back to our communities and behave in a way that would make our mother’s proud
RESPECT
Our Employee Owners are our biggest asset and we treat them that way
Master Craftspeople
Training, Promotion, & Development
We have the best boat builders/master craftspeople in the industry. We train, promote, and develop from within to set you up for success.
Employee Owner Stats
Our Team
Sticks Around
We are incredibly proud that a significant portion of our workforce consists of military veterans who bring invaluable dedication and experience to the floor. Our team members stick around for the long haul because they find a true sense of belonging here, working within an employee-owned culture that deeply values their daily contribution to saving lives.
7 years
Average tenure of a SAFE
Boats Employee Owner
20%
of our Employee Owners
are Veterans
Benefits
just bring your positive attitude and your Skills
All tools, PPE, and comfortable branded t-shirts and hoodies are supplied by SAFE Boats.
Free
Healthcare
FREE Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement planning & 401k
Build your future with employer matching contributions.
Paid time off
and holidays
New hires start with 20 paid days off per year. Generous vacation, paid holiday schedules, and 4 day work weeks.
Employee Stock Ownership
Through our ESOP, you earn company shares over time so you share in our success.
3-Day
Weekends
Enjoy a 4/10 schedule with every Friday off, giving you a consistent three-day weekend.
Free
Lunch
We keep things fun with a positive culture and perks like free monthly lunches.
Serious Craftsmanship. Serious Fun.
Building the toughest boats in the world is an intense, demanding challenge, but it is also incredibly rewarding and undeniably fun. We believe that a team working hard to save lives deserves a workplace that celebrates their dedication every single day.
Experience the Ride
It is one thing to build a massive, high-performance vessel. It is another to feel it on the water. You get to go underway on the exact boats you helped construct, and once a year, you can even bring a friend along to show off your work.
Epic Summer Bashes
We take our downtime almost as seriously as our manufacturing. Our annual summer open house is a massive event featuring live concerts, food trucks, and even petting zoos for the family.
Next-Level Holiday Parties
Our end-of-year celebrations are legendary. Along with great food and presents, we host the richest raffles you will ever see, giving away massive prizes like 75-inch OLED TVs.
Year-Round Appreciation
The perks do not stop after the holidays. We keep the energy high all year long with catered monthly lunches, Thanksgiving turkey giveaways, and quirky traditions like fresh pies on Pi Day.
Employee Spotlight
MATT BAHLER
Marine Systems Supervisor
13 Years with SAFE Boats
“I grew up working on cars and always wanted to work with my hands, but never thought it would be like this. So grateful that I found this place. But my favorite part about working for SAFE Boats is our customers. That the product that I’m a part of building is going to do something good for the world and has a mission. That’s why I will always work here.”
Employee Spotlight
CHRISTER BRADLEY
Business Development Federal
U.S. Army Veteran
11 Years with SAFE Boats
“My favorite part about SAFE Boats is our team. There’s a saying that I live by, understand mission first and our employee owners always. And without the two of those things, there’s no way our company can be successful.”
Employee Spotlight
JOHN MULLINS
Welding Lead
26 Years with SAFE Boats
“My favorite part about Safe Boats is I still take a lot of pride in what I do. I always try to do better every day. And another thing that’s really cool about working here, it’s we’re one big family around here. It’s it’s pretty cool.”
Employee Ownership FAQs
The employee ownership difference – benefits, mindset, and culture
What exactly does it mean to be an employee-owned company?
Because we have no outside shareholders, all of our profits go to exactly two places: reinvested right back into the company or shared directly with our Employee Owners. When the business succeeds, you reap the financial rewards.
How do I become eligible for shares, and how does vesting work?
Shares are distributed annually to all eligible team members. To qualify, you simply need to be at least 18 years old and work a minimum of 1,000 hours per year. Your earned shares will then fully vest over a six-year period.
Does the share program replace a standard retirement plan?
Not at all. When you eventually retire or leave the organization, the company buys back your shares. This creates a powerful, additional stream of income that stacks directly on top of our standard 401K plan, which includes a 4% company match.
How does this ownership model affect the day-to-day culture on the floor?
When everyone has a stake in the company, people care more, work harder, and actively support each other. We share a strict commitment to results because we all benefit from them directly. Because of this, we do not tolerate slackers. You will never have to pick up the extra weight just because a coworker isn’t “feeling it today.”
Will I actually be treated like a shareholder?
Absolutely. We treat you like a shareholder because you are one. All Employee Owners receive regular, transparent updates on exactly how the business is performing. Furthermore, we actively solicit your feedback to help prioritize our company goals and spending.
What is the company’s philosophy on spending and investments?
We spend our money on what matters and refuse to waste it on what doesn’t. You will not find expensive board of director retreats, exclusive executive washrooms, or fancy corporate furniture here. We invest our capital directly into our people and the resources we need to efficiently build our kick @$$ boats to the highest standards possible.