Composite Technician/ Coatings Specialist: - Charlotte, Vermont

Landing School; Charlotte (VT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Simple IRA plan with company match

Profit sharing bonus program

PTO based on time with company

Opportunity to live and work in vermon

Job summary

Darlings Boatworks in Charlotte, Vermont, is seeking a Composite Tech/Coatings Specialist. The role involves cosmetic and structural repairs with a focus on high-quality finishes using gelcoat and coatings such as Awlgrip.

On-site work in a boatyard environment requires meticulous attention to detail and strong practical skills. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing structures above and below the waterline, planning with estimates, and handling materials from fiberglass to resins and

Qualifications

• Understanding of composite repair techniques.
• Knowledge of Epoxy and Vinyl Ester resins.
• High attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship.
• Self-motivated and dependable.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic boatyard and shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Structural composite repairs from diagnosis to completion above and below the waterline.
• Job planning including collaborating on estimates.
• Work with various materials including fiberglass, carbon fiber, resins, paints, marine plywood, and hardwood.
• Shaping and fairing repairs.
• Ensuring all work is up to the company’s standards.
• Use a variety of power and hand tools safely
• Maintain speciality tools and respirators so they operate as designed
• Must be able to wear respirator/breathing apparatus for long periods of time.
• Work alongside other team members as well as individually.
• Keep track of time and materials.
• Experience spraying topcoats is preferred but not required

Skills

Composite repair techniques

Epoxy resins

Vinyl Ester resins

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Tools

Respirator usage

Power tools safety

Job description

Location: 821 Ferry Rd., Charlotte, Vermont 05445, United States

Email Address: [e-mail]

Position Title: Composite Tech/ Coatings Specialist

Compensation/Rate: 30.00 to 40.00 per/hour based on experience.

Job description: Composite Technician/ Coatings Specialist:
As a composite tech and coating specialist your responsibilities will include cosmetic
and structural repairs. You should have a fundamental understanding of composite
techniques and a high standard for detail and finish quality. Coatings knowledge should
include gelcoat, Awlgrip and other common single and multi part topcoats.

Responsibilities:

• Structural composite repairs from diagnosis to completion above and below the waterline.
• Job planning including collaborating on estimates.
• Work with various materials including fiberglass, carbon fiber, resins, paints, marine plywood, and hardwood.
• Shaping and fairing repairs.
• Ensuring all work is up to the company’s standards.
• Use a variety of power and hand tools safely
• Maintain speciality tools and respirators so they operate as designed
• Must be able to wear respirator/ breathing apparatus for long periods of time.
• Work alongside other team members as well as individually.
• Keep track of time and materials.
• Experience spraying topcoats is preferred but not required

Education/ Qualifications:

• Understanding of composite repair techniques
• Knowledge of both Epoxy and Vinyl Ester resins
• High attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship
• Self-motivated and dependable
• Comfortable working in a dynamic boatyard and shop environment.

Benefits we offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Simple IRA plan with company match
• Profit sharing bonus program
• PTO- based on time with company
• Opportunity to work on antique, historic, and modern vessels
• Small supportive team environment
• Potential for growth and skills development, continuing education opportunities.
• Opportunity to live and work in Vermont while earning a livable wage.
• Recreation opportunities on Lake Champlain, hiking, and multiple mountain biking/ski resorts within an hour drive of the shop.
• A new 5,500 sqft shop expected to be completed in April 2026