Gelcoat Repair Technician

Contenderoffshore; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Contender Boats is seeking a Gelcoat Repair Technician in Florida to perform high-quality repairs and finishing on fiberglass surfaces, focusing on gelcoat damage. Experience with gelcoat application, color matching, sanding, and polishing is preferred to ensure the finished product meets quality standards.

Work will take place at our Homestead and Ft. Pierce facilities in a fast-paced open-air environment.

Qualifications

• Past bodywork experience is necessary
• Marine experience is preferable but not required
• Gelcoat experience is essential
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and follow written/verbal work orders
• Must work in open air in non-climate-controlled environment
• Willingness to work overtime and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Visually spot imperfections in all parts and repair gel coat issues
• Repair gel coat imperfections using buffers, DA's, pencil grinders, etc.
• Work in a fast-paced environment and perform non-skid and fiberglass repairs
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Job description

Gelcoat Repair Technicians perform high-quality repairs and finishing work on fiberglass surfaces, particularly gelcoat damage. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with gelcoat application, color matching, sanding, and polishing, ensuring finished products meet quality and aesthetic standards. We offer a competitive compensation package and opportunities for long-term growth.

Job Duties:

• Visually spot imperfections in all parts.
• Repair the gel coat imperfections in all parts, using buffers, DA's, pencil grinders etc.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Non‑skid and fiberglass repair.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Past bodywork experience is necessary, marine is preferable but not necessary.
• Gelcoat experience a must.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal work order instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in an open air and covered non‑climate‑controlled environment.
• Ability to work in dusty environment and follow PPE guidelines including use of eye protection, gloves and respirators as required.
• Ability to work overtime when required.
• Ability to work within strict deadlines to meet shipment schedules.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Competitive Salary
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off

Schedule:

• Monday to Thursday (some Fridays)
• 10-hour shift

Location:

Ft. Pierce, FL

Homestead, FL

About Contender Boats:

Contender Boats has been building premier offshore sportfishing boats for over 35 years. With center console and cabin models ranging from 22 to 44 ft, Contender leads the industry in innovation, performance, and quality. With manufacturing facilities in Homestead and Ft. Pierce, FL, Contender is a rapidly growing company with great potential for hard working candidates.