Luxury Yacht Fiberglass Repair Technician

Hinckley Yachts; Maine; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Waterfront location

Job summary

Hinckley Yachts is seeking a Fiberglass Repair Technician to inspect, repair, and finish fiberglass components to Hinckley quality standards. The ideal candidate has hands-on repair experience and a passion for precision craftsmanship.

You will work on mold and lamination defect repair, gelcoat application, and finishing with strict safety practices in a waterfront setting. The role offers opportunities to contribute to shipshape craftsmanship on premium yachts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 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 qualifications.
• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures with attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work safely around dust, fumes, chemicals, noise, and other environmental conditions.

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 required thickness.
• Shaping and sanding: Shape and smooth repaired areas to match surrounding contours.
• Gelcoat application: Mix gelcoat with catalyst and apply by spraying or brushing repaired surfaces; touch up with a paintbrush.
• Finishing: Buff and polish repaired surfaces to achieve the desired finish and appearance.
• Safety compliance: Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations; maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area; respirator use may be required.
• Quality: Perform all work to Hinckley quality standards.
• Other: Follow established instructions and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measures

Jigsaws

Routers

Belt sanders

DA sanders

Grinders

Buffers

Drills

Dremel tools

Job description

Hinckley Yachts is seeking a Fiberglass Repair Technician to inspect, repair, and finish fiberglass components to Hinckley quality standards. The ideal candidate has hands-on repair experience and a passion for precision craftsmanship.

You will work on mold and lamination defect repair, gelcoat application, and finishing with strict safety practices in a waterfront setting. The role offers opportunities to contribute to shipshape craftsmanship on premium yachts.