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Fluid Motion, LLC; Arlington (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Fluid Motion, LLC in Arlington, WA is seeking a full-time boat fabrication technician to apply gelcoat, trim fiberglass edges, and inspect laminated parts to ensure quality. The role runs Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM–1:30 PM and involves finishing tasks and precision work in a dynamic boat-building environment.

You will remove burrs, help demold and trim parts, and assist with maintaining safety and productivity on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Experience with gelcoat and fiberglass processes.
• Attention to detail for lamination and trimming.
• Ability to read specifications and follow drawings.

Responsibilities

• Applies gelcoat by brush to underside of parts per specifications.
• Cuts excess fiberglass from part edge.
• Examines laminated parts for defects.
• Examines material is cut to measurements.
• Mixes polyester putty and hardener according to specifications and applies mixture to bonding area.
• Removes burrs and rough surfaces from fiberglass parts with hand file or portable pneumatic grinder.
• Must have the ability to demold parts and trim to specifications

Skills

Gelcoat application

Fiberglass finishing

Part inspection

Teamwork

Job description

Fluid Motion, LLC, is a premier boat manufacturer and the parent company of Ranger Tugs and Cutwater Boats. Known for innovative design, superior craftsmanship, and customer-focused solutions, Fluid Motion builds high-quality vessels that provide exceptional comfort, performance, and reliability for boaters exploring both inland and coastal waters.

Full-time

Monday to Friday 5:00 AM-1:30 PM

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Applies gelcoat by brush to underside of parts per specifications.
• Cuts excess fiberglass from part edge.
• Examines laminated parts for defects.
• Examines material is cut to measurements.
• Mixes polyester putty and hardener according to specifications and applies mixture to bonding area.
• Removes burrs and rough surfaces from fiberglass parts with hand file or portable pneumatic grinder.
• Must have the ability to demold parts and trim to specifications

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular and consistent basis.
• Ability to bend, stoop, lift, climb, balance and reach for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for the entire duration of shift.
• Ability to keep up with fastpace environments.
• Ability to use hands for the duration of the shift.

Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Basic Life AD&D/ Voluntary Life Insurance/Paid Time Off/Holiday Pay/ 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Contribution.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Fluid Motion is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Fluid Motion is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a position, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. Fluid Motion engages in an interactive process with applicants and employees to identify reasonable accommodations.