Fiberglass Detailing Specialist (Operations Yard)

ADP, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Explore Industries seeks a dedicated Fiberglass Detailing Specialist to join our yard operations team in Knoxville, TN. You will inspect, detail, clean, and perform basic repairs on molded fiberglass pools and spas to supply a pristine product to customers.

The role requires outdoor work, attention to quality, and safe handling of tools and chemicals. Responsibilities include documenting inspections, repairing minor blemishes, and ensuring finish quality before shipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years in manufacturing, detailing, fiberglass/gelcoat work, auto body, or warehouse operations.
• Able to work outdoors; respirator fit test.
• Skilled with grinders, buffers, saws, sanders, or willing to learn.
• Experience with fiberglass/gelcoat repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect pools and spas on and off trailers for cleanliness, damage, blemishes, scratches, and workmanship; ensure quality before shipment.
• Make basic repairs including sanding and buffing the finish.
• Clean, detail, and pressure wash product to deliver a pristine finish.
• Document inspections, repairs, and final release electronically.
• Control material usage; keep area clean and safe; follow safety practices around tools and chemicals.
• Communicate quality findings with the team and work under deadline pressure to meet schedules.
• Focus on continuous improvement; perform other duties as assigned; overtime as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team communication

Punctuality

Physical endurance

Fiberglass/gelcoat experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grinders

Buffers

Saws

Sanders

Job description

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Fiberglass Detailing Specialist (Operations Yard)

Knoxville, TN, Knoxville, TN, US

Salary Range: $17.50 To $18.25 Hourly

Fiberglass Detailing Specialist (Operations Yard)

Location: Knoxville, TN - Manufacturing and Distribution Island Campus (2901 Leisure Island Way, Knoxville, TN 37914)

Join the Explore Industries Team!

At Explore Industries, we’re more than just a leader in fiberglass swimming pool design and manufacturing—we’re a team driven by respect, integrity, and innovation. We believe in empowering our employees, fostering collaboration, and delivering top-quality products that set industry standards.

We are seeking a dedicated Fiberglass Detailing Specialist to join our yard operations team. This role inspects, details, cleans, and makes basic repairs on molded fiberglass pools and spas so we can supply a pristine product to our customers.

About the Role

As a Fiberglass Detailing Specialist, you will inspect pools and spas on and off trailers prior to shipment, correct blemishes and workmanship issues, pressure wash and detail surfaces, and document each unit from initial inspection through final release. You will use hand and portable power tools to deliver a finish that meets Explore Industries quality standards, working outdoors around trucks, trailers, lifts, and SkyTraks with a clear focus on quality, safety, and on-time schedules.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect pools and spas on and off trailers for cleanliness, damage, blemishes, scratches, imperfections, and workmanship, and confirm each unit meets Explore Industries quality standards before shipment.
• Make basic repairs as needed, including sanding and buffing the finish.
• Clean, detail, and pressure wash product to deliver a pristine finish.
• Document inspections, repairs, and final release electronically.
• Control material usage, keep the work area clean and safe, and follow all safety practices around tools, chemicals, trucks, trailers, lifts, and SkyTraks.
• Communicate quality findings with the team and work efficiently under deadline pressure to support the shipping schedule.
• Focus on continuous improvement, perform other duties as assigned, and work overtime as required to meet schedules.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of experience in manufacturing, detailing, fiberglass/gelcoat work, auto body, or warehouse operations (or equivalent hands‑on experience). Training is available.
• Skilled with grinders, buffers, saws, sanders, and other power and hand tools, or able to learn quickly.
• Experience with fiberglass or gelcoat repair preferred.
• Must be able to work outdoors in the elements during the scheduled shift and pass a respirator fit test.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing a pristine finished product.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Knowledge of hazardous chemical handling and disposal, or willingness to learn and follow company procedures.
• Punctuality, good attendance, dependability, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks under time-pressure deadlines, including standing most of the day and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Why Explore Industries?

Compensation

• Hourly Range: $17.50 - $18.25
• Actual compensation will be based on experience and job-related skills.

Benefits & Additional Compensation Eligible employees may receive access to the following benefits and programs, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Optional life and disability insurance
• Other incentive or compensation programs may be available depending on the position

Fiberglass Detailing Specialist (Operations Yard)

Location: Knoxville, TN - Manufacturing and Distribution Island Campus (2901 Leisure Island Way, Knoxville, TN 37914)

Join the Explore Industries Team!

At Explore Industries, we’re more than just a leader in fiberglass swimming pool design and manufacturing—we’re a team driven by respect, integrity, and innovation. We believe in empowering our employees, fostering collaboration, and delivering top-quality products that set industry standards.

We are seeking a dedicated Fiberglass Detailing Specialist to join our yard operations team. This role inspects, details, cleans, and makes basic repairs on molded fiberglass pools and spas so we can supply a pristine product to our customers.

About the Role

As a Fiberglass Detailing Specialist, you will inspect pools and spas on and off trailers prior to shipment, correct blemishes and workmanship issues, pressure wash and detail surfaces, and document each unit from initial inspection through final release. You will use hand and portable power tools to deliver a finish that meets Explore Industries quality standards, working outdoors around trucks, trailers, lifts, and SkyTraks with a clear focus on quality, safety, and on-time schedules.

What You’ll Do

• Inspect pools and spas on and off trailers for cleanliness, damage, blemishes, scratches, imperfections, and workmanship, and confirm each unit meets Explore Industries quality standards before shipment.
• Make basic repairs as needed, including sanding and buffing the finish.
• Clean, detail, and pressure wash product to deliver a pristine finish.
• Document inspections, repairs, and final release electronically.
• Control material usage, keep the work area clean and safe, and follow all safety practices around tools, chemicals, trucks, trailers, lifts, and SkyTraks.
• Communicate quality findings with the team and work efficiently under deadline pressure to support the shipping schedule.

• Focus on continuous improvement, perform other duties as assigned, and work overtime as required to meet schedules.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years of experience in manufacturing, detailing, fiberglass/gelcoat work, auto body, or warehouse operations (or equivalent hands‑on experience). Training is available.
• Skilled with grinders, buffers, saws, sanders, and other power and hand tools, or able to learn quickly.
• Experience with fiberglass or gelcoat repair preferred.
• Must be able to work outdoors in the elements during the scheduled shift and pass a respirator fit test.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing a pristine finished product.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Knowledge of hazardous chemical handling and disposal, or willingness to learn and follow company procedures.
• Punctuality, good attendance, dependability, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks under time-pressure deadlines, including standing most of the day and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Why Explore Industries?

Compensation

• Hourly Range: $17.50 - $18.25
• Actual compensation will be based on experience and job-related skills.

Benefits & Additional Compensation Eligible employees may receive access to the following benefits and programs, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Optional life and disability insurance
• Other incentive or compensation programs may be available depending on the position

Learn more about us atexploreindustries.com .

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.