Meet Our Rocky Mountain Jet Team
Bill Gore
Boat Shop Owner and Founder
Nia Gore
Office Manager
George May
Fabricator/Production Manager
Jordon Kunz
Boat Mechanic/Shop Manager
Lukas McTeague
Boat Mechanic
Bill Gore
Boat Shop Owner and Founder
My professional journey began in 2009 as a welder at Trinity Trailers in Boise, ID, where I honed my stainless steel and mild steel MIG welding skills. I gradually worked my way up from a production welder to a King Pin and Landing Gear Specialist. I then attended Boise State University as a full-time student studying Civil Engineering, but I left early to join the US Navy as a Sonar Technician on submarines stationed in Groton, CT.
After my time in the Navy, I worked as an auto mechanic for a year and then as a truck lift kit installer. I later landed a job with a government contractor, installing advanced perimeter security for military bases, prisons, and US embassies.
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The next chapter of my life took me on a romantic adventure as a backcountry guide and ranch hand at Shepp Ranch on the Salmon River. This idyllic ranch, nestled in the middle of the Gospel Hump Wilderness and surrounded by the Frank Church, could only be accessed by jet boat or airplane. During my two years at Shepp Ranch, I met my future wife, Nia, who worked as the ranch cook. Spring and fall were spent guiding hunting and packing camps with mules, while summers were spent entertaining guests and providing horseback rides in the wilderness. My winters were spent alone, hunting and trapping wolves, and I even achieved the feat of trapping a full limit of wolves in one season.
Leaving Shepp Ranch, I found work with a former boat mechanic at White Water Marine due to my love for the river and the āriver community.ā I spent five years at White Water Marine, repairing and building jet boats. In 2018, I used the money from my wedding to Nia to buy my first mini boat hull, and when I ran out of cash, I maxed out my credit card to buy the parts needed to finish the boat, with the hope of finding a buyer. The boat sold before it was even completed, and word of my quality work spread, leading to orders coming in.
In late 2018, I founded RMJ and left my job in June of 2020, starting Rocky Mountain Jet with just three initial orders, a welder, and a spool of wire. The first two years of my business were spent working out of a friendās garage.
Nia Gore
Office Manager
Nia is the dedicated office manager at Rocky Mountain Jet Boat, where she plays an essential role in ensuring the company runs smoothly. Her expertise in managing the back-end tasks that keep the business successful has been invaluable. From handling administrative duties to managing schedules, Nia is a vital part of the team. In addition to her professional skills, Nia is also a proud mother of two beautiful children. When sheās not managing the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the great outdoors, and indulging in her passion for cooking.
George May
Fabricator/Production Manager
George is a talented welder who has a passion for all things mechanical. He started learning the trade in the 3rd grade and refined his skills through four years of welding classes in high school. Since 2018, George has been welding aluminum at Western Trailers. Now serving as Production Manager at Rocky Mountain Jet, he brings his expertise and leadership to the team every day. In addition to his work, George enjoys spending time with his wife and two sons, building and tuning cars, shredding the gnar at Bogus, and competing in drag races at Firebird Raceway in his turbo fox body Mustang.
Jordon Kunz
Boat Mechanic/Shop Manager
Jordon is a skilled boat mechanic with over a decade of experience in the industry. He has a passion for working with boats and a keen eye for detail, ensuring every vessel he services is in top condition. Jordonās expertise spans regular maintenance, repair work, and installation of various boat systems. His dedication to his craft and commitment to providing exceptional service have earned him a trusted reputation within the boating community. Now, as Shop Manager at Rocky Mountain Jet, Jordon is an invaluable asset to the team. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife, being on the water, fishing, and exploring new boating destinations.
Lukas McTeague
Boat Mechanic
Lukas is a hands-on problem solver with a passion for mechanics and fabrication. Currently finishing a welding program, he also holds a degree in power sports and has extensive knowledge of small engines. Whether he is skateboarding, riding dirt bikes, building go-karts, or working on engines, heās always finding new ways to create and improve. Driven by curiosity and craftsmanship, Lukas is dedicated to expanding his skills and pushing his abilities to the next level.