Experienced Fiberglass Laminator

sportsmanboats; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

3 Weeks Paid vacation

Four-day work week

Learn new skills and career growth

Team-oriented environment

Temperature-controlled lamination area

Job summary

Sportsman Boats is seeking an Experienced Fiberglass Laminator to join our team in Summerville, SC. You will build boat hulls, decks, and other fiberglass components, while preparing molds, applying fiberglass, and ensuring a pristine finish.

This role requires at least 1 year of lamination experience, attention to detail, and teamwork. We offer competitive pay, health benefits, three weeks of paid vacation, a four-day work week (Mon-Thu), and opportunities to grow with a leading boat builder.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in fiberglass lamination, gelcoat, or infusion.
• Able to safely use hand tools, air tools, grinders, saws, and drills.
• Pays close attention to detail and works well with others.

Responsibilities

• Build boat hulls, decks, and other fiberglass parts.
• Prepare molds by cleaning and checking them.
• Tape and prepare molds before fiberglass is applied.
• Mix resin and hardener.
• Apply fiberglass using hand tools and spray equipment.
• Roll out air bubbles for a smooth, strong finish.
• Trim and finish fiberglass parts.
• Repair parts when needed.
• Check your work to meet quality standards.
• Keep work area clean and safe.
• Help with other tasks as needed.

Skills

Fiberglass lamination

Detail oriented

Team player

Quality focus

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Grinders

Saws

Drills

Job description

Build Great Boats. Build a Great Career.

At Sportsman Boats, we build high-quality center console boats that families enjoy for years. Since 2011, we've grown into one of the top boat builders near Charleston, SC, and we're still growing.

We're looking for Experienced Fiberglass Laminators who take pride in their work and enjoy being part of a strong team. If you like working with your hands and building something you can be proud of, we want to meet you.

What You'll Do

As a Fiberglass Laminator, you'll help build our boats from the inside out.

Your job will include:

• Build boat hulls, decks, and other fiberglass parts
• Get molds ready by cleaning and checking them
• Tape and prepare molds before fiberglass is applied
• Mix resin and hardener
• Apply fiberglass using hand tools and spray equipment
• Roll out air bubbles for a smooth, strong finish
• Trim and finish fiberglass parts
• Repair parts when needed
• Check your work to make sure it meets our quality standards
• Keep your work area clean and safe
• Help with other tasks as needed

What We're Looking For

• At least 1 year of experience with fiberglass lamination, gelcoat, or infusion
• Able to safely use hand tools, air tools, grinders, saws, and drills
• Pays close attention to detail
• Works well with others
• Can keep up in a fast-paced workplace
• Takes pride in doing quality work

Why Work at Sportsman Boats?

We know great boats start with great people.

That's why we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Health insurance and other great benefits
• 3 Weeks Paid vacation
• Four-day work week (Monday-Thursday)
• Opportunities to learn new skills and grow your career
• A team that works together and supports each other
• Temperature-controlled lamination area

Work Schedule

Monday-Thursday
5:00 AM-3:45 PM

Overtime, evenings, and weekends may be needed at times.

Work Environment

This job is in our manufacturing plant. You'll work with fiberglass, resin, gelcoat, acetone, and other materials. Safety equipment, including protective clothing and masks, is required.

The lamination area is temperature-controlled, but the plant can still be warm and humid during the summer.

Physical Requirements

You should be able to:

• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Stand, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the day
• Get in and out of boats during your shift
• Work on your feet for up to 10 hours

Join the Sportsman Team!

If you're ready to build great boats with a company that values hard work, teamwork, and quality, we'd love to hear from you.

Come build your future at Sportsman Boats.

Sportsman Boats is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a drug-free workplace and require pre-employment drug testing.