Boat Builder Finisher — Training & Apprenticeship Path

Haines Hunter New Zealand; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Haines Hunter Ltd. is offering a full-time position for Boat Builder Finishers. The role focuses on the manufacture and finishing of high-quality power boats, with training and an apprenticeship available for newcomers or school leavers.

Daily work includes assembling floors, bulkheads, tanks, and fittings, followed by finishing the boat for customer presentation. Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines, joining a long-standing industry tradition spanning over 75 years.

Qualifications

• Experience in boat building is preferred but not required.
• Must have strong attention to detail and reliable work habits.
• Willingness to participate in training and apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Fitting floors and bulkheads, bonding hull and decks.
• Installing components such as fuel and water tanks, hull linings, windows, carpets, and deck hardware.
• Fitting internal accessories like shelves, seats, galley equipment, and bathroom facilities.
• Installing electrical and navigation systems and ensuring finish quality for presentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good work habits

Education

Apprenticeship program

Job description

Haines Hunter Ltd. is offering a full-time position for Boat Builder Finishers. The role focuses on the manufacture and finishing of high-quality power boats, with training and an apprenticeship available for newcomers or school leavers.

Daily work includes assembling floors, bulkheads, tanks, and fittings, followed by finishing the boat for customer presentation. Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines, joining a long-standing industry tradition spanning over 75 years.