Marine Composite Technician & Coatings Specialist

Landing School; Charlotte (VT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Simple IRA plan with company match

Profit sharing bonus program

PTO based on time with company

Opportunity to live and work in vermon

Job summary

Darlings Boatworks in Charlotte, Vermont, is seeking a Composite Tech/Coatings Specialist. The role involves cosmetic and structural repairs with a focus on high-quality finishes using gelcoat and coatings such as Awlgrip.

On-site work in a boatyard environment requires meticulous attention to detail and strong practical skills. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing structures above and below the waterline, planning with estimates, and handling materials from fiberglass to resins and

Qualifications

• Understanding of composite repair techniques.
• Knowledge of Epoxy and Vinyl Ester resins.
• High attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship.
• Self-motivated and dependable.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic boatyard and shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Structural composite repairs from diagnosis to completion above and below the waterline.
• Job planning including collaborating on estimates.
• Work with various materials including fiberglass, carbon fiber, resins, paints, marine plywood, and hardwood.
• Shaping and fairing repairs.
• Ensuring all work is up to the company’s standards.
• Use a variety of power and hand tools safely
• Maintain speciality tools and respirators so they operate as designed
• Must be able to wear respirator/breathing apparatus for long periods of time.
• Work alongside other team members as well as individually.
• Keep track of time and materials.
• Experience spraying topcoats is preferred but not required

Skills

Composite repair techniques

Epoxy resins

Vinyl Ester resins

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Team-oriented

Tools

Respirator usage

Power tools safety

Job description

Darlings Boatworks in Charlotte, Vermont, is seeking a Composite Tech/Coatings Specialist. The role involves cosmetic and structural repairs with a focus on high-quality finishes using gelcoat and coatings such as Awlgrip.

On-site work in a boatyard environment requires meticulous attention to detail and strong practical skills. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing structures above and below the waterline, planning with estimates, and handling materials from fiberglass to resins and