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Jeff’s Marine is always looking for qualified Marine Mechanics and Technicians.
Gordon Armstrong
Owner, President
Gordon grew up in Thomaston, and has been working at the marina since high school. A graduate of the University of Maine at Orono, Gordon is an experienced civil engineer. He and his wife, Emily, live in Falmouth with their son, Sidney and enjoy boating on Muscongus Bay in the summer months.
Kathryn A. Turansky
Owner, Vice President
Kathryn grew up in Thomaston where she began working at the marina washing boats. She and her husband Thomas live in South Thomaston with their two boys. Kathryn is an avid sailor and boating enthusiast, and enjoys working at the marina and helping to support local youth marine education.
Stephen Wilcox
Sales Manager
Steve grew up Camden, Maine, where he attended Camden – Rockport High School. Upon graduating, Steve entered the U.S. Air Force in the field of Ground Radar Repair. In the six years he was enlisted, Steve moved up in rank and knowledge, and was placed in the Quality Assurance Office. After leaving the Air Force in search of a new career, Steve met a character by the name of Jeff Armstrong, and was hired as the new Yamaha Outboard Rigger and Electrician at Jeff’s Marine in 2003. In 2024, Steve ascended to the position of Sales Manager, bringing his extensive knowledge of Yamaha rigging and outboards to ensure a quality customer experience.
Chris Walkup
Service Manager
Tracy Mills
Office Manager
Skip Pietila
Yamaha Technician
A Mid Coast native, Skip came to work at Jeff’s Marine in the busy spring of 2017. He trained to be a mechanic at a young age, having spent much time at Jeff’s Marine under the direction of Jeff. He operated his family engine repair business for many years, and so he came to the marina with plenty of experience and skill.
Derrick Bustard
Yard Crew
Since joining Jeff’s Marine in 2012, Derrick has acquired skill and knowledge, and continues to be an essential employee at the marina. Derrick operates our trucks and trailers and is an expert at boat transportation. He pulls long hours throughout the busiest months of the season to ensure customers can get on the water and get the most out of the boating season. Derrick has also begun acquiring the skills and knowledge to become a small engine mechanic.
Jake Ames
Yard Crew
Jake joined the team at Jeff’s in the fall of 2017. A Friendship native, Jake now lives in Cushing with his wife, Jenny, and dog. In the yard, Jake and the rest of the yard crew work hard in service, pick up and delivery. He specializes in fabrication and makes sure that all woodworking projects meet customer satisfaction.