Fiberglass Repair Tech — Marine Yacht Refinishing

The Hinckley Company; Southwest Harbor (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Full benefits

Waterfront location

Job summary

The Hinckley Company in Maine is seeking a Fiberglass Repair Technician to inspect, repair, and finish fiberglass components to Hinckley’s exacting standards. The ideal candidate has experience with fiberglass repair, surface preparation, sanding, and finishing, and takes pride in quality craftsmanship.

You will work with a skilled team in a marine manufacturing environment, follow safety rules, use hand and power tools, and help maintain the high level of precision that defines Hinckley yachts.

Qualifications

• Experience in an industrial setting, preferably in marine manufacturing or automotive body repair.
• Familiarity with fiberglass repair, surface preparation, sanding, gelcoat application, and finishing techniques preferred.
• Knowledge of hand tools and power tools listed in responsibilities.
• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work safely around dust, fumes, chemicals, noise, and other environmental conditions associated with fiberglass repair.

Responsibilities

• Inspection: Examine parts for mold and lamination defects, including cracks, air pockets, and cosmetic flaws.
• Fiberglass Repair: Grind out defective areas, smooth rough edges and surfaces, cut fiberglass, mix resin and catalyst, and apply patches to achieve the required thickness.
• Shaping & Sanding: Shape and smooth repaired areas to match the contours of the surrounding surfaces.
• Gelcoat Application: Mix gelcoat with catalyst and apply by spraying or brushing repaired surfaces. Touch up imperfections using a paintbrush.
• Finishing: Buff and polish repaired surfaces to achieve the desired finish and appearance.
• Safety Compliance: Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area. Mandatory respirator use is required for certain tasks.
• Quality: Perform all work to Hinckley quality standards.
• Other: Follow established instructions and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fiberglass repair

Surface prep

Finishing

Hand tools

Power tools

Inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measures

Jigsaws

Routers

Belt sanders

Dremel tools

Job description

The Hinckley Company in Maine is seeking a Fiberglass Repair Technician to inspect, repair, and finish fiberglass components to Hinckley’s exacting standards. The ideal candidate has experience with fiberglass repair, surface preparation, sanding, and finishing, and takes pride in quality craftsmanship.

You will work with a skilled team in a marine manufacturing environment, follow safety rules, use hand and power tools, and help maintain the high level of precision that defines Hinckley yachts.