Carpenter

The Hinckley Company; Ellsworth (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Hinckley Company in Ellsworth, Maine, is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our team and contribute to the building of custom yachts. The ideal candidate will have a background in marine joinery, be detail-oriented, and be able to read technical drawings. Your work will be pivotal in creating cabinetry and other components that embody Hinckley's commitment to excellence.

This role includes working with high-quality materials and ensuring finishing meets our strict standards. Enjoy a four-day workweek, competitive benefits, and the chance to advance your career in a stunning waterfront location.

Qualifications

• 12 months carpentry experience and 2 years boatbuilding experience.
• Ability to lift and carry over 60 lbs occasionally.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Construct and install custom interior components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, position parts.
• Perform high-quality finishing work.

Skills

Marine-grade woodworking techniques

Joinery skills

Working with exotic hardwoods

Reading and interpreting technical drawings

Job description

The Hinckley Experience

Since 1928, Hinckley Yachts has continued to push boundaries of what’s possible on the water. Our heritage is built on bold ideas, uncompromising craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence—principles that guide every yacht we design and every customer experience we deliver. Joining our team means stepping into an environment where precision, curiosity, and initiative are celebrated. Here, your work doesn't just support a legacy—it helps shape the future of yachting.

Job Summary

As our Carpenter, you get to be part of building custom, one‑of‑a‑kind Hinckley boats, all indoors in a climate‑controlled environment year‑round. The ideal candidate is a skilled boatbuilder or carpenter with experience in marine joinery, has a strong eye for detail, and can interpret technical drawings. This is an opportunity to fabricate cabinetry, bulkheads, and furniture, contributing to the signature elegance Hinckley is known for. If you’re passionate about craftsmanship and want to be part of a team that values excellence, this is an opportunity to build something extraordinary.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication: Construct and install custom interior components. Work with exotic woods, veneers, laminates, and composite materials.
• Technical Interpretation: Transfer dimensions to marine plywood and other materials. Read and interpret blueprints as well as position parts in specified openings with screws or laminates.
• Detailing: Perform high‑quality finishing work, including sanding, staining, varnishing, and polishing. Ensure all surfaces meet company standards.
• Product Lines: Knowledge of woodworking joints, such as scarf, sill, splice, lap, finger, and dovetail. Skilled use of epoxies and vinylester resins or other adhesives to bond parts.
• Other: Follow defined instructions and procedures in the performance of tasks. All duties as assigned.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure all work complies with marine safety standards. Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety protocols.

Requirements

• Experience: Twelve (12) months carpentry, plus 2 years boatbuilding experience, which may be attained on the job and by company training.
• Physical Requirements: Lift and carry over 60 lbs. on an occasional basis (over 15% and up to 40%).
• Certifications: Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Pre-Employment: All applicants must be able to successfully pass a background check as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

• Proficient in marine‑grade woodworking and joinery techniques.
• Skilled in working with exotic hardwoods, veneers, laminates, and composite materials.
• Experience in constructing and installing cabinetry, bulkheads, doors, custom furniture, etc.
• Familiar with fitting joinery of irregular shapes and sizes.
• Able to read and interpret detailed technical drawings and design specifications.

Benefits

We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. Hinckley actively promotes a culture free from discrimination, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Enjoy a four‑day workweek with Fridays off, competitive pay, health, dental, and vision coverage, a full benefits package, paid time off, and the unique opportunity to work in a stunning waterfront location. Our expanding network of service yards allows you the opportunity for upward mobility and a career path to achieve personal success.