Marine Paint & Fiberglass Technician - Vessel Refits
Portland-Yacht-Services-Inc-1
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Job summary
Portland Yacht Services is seeking a Marine Paint & Fiberglass Technician to join our Paint & Fiberglass Shop. Our team handles cosmetic and structural fiberglass repairs, composite work, gelcoat repairs, surface prep, coatings, and refinishing for a range of vessels.
Ideal candidates have marine paint or fiberglass experience; automotive and industrial coatings backgrounds are also welcome. This on-site position offers growth in a dynamic outdoor recreation industry with training opportunities
Qualifications
- Previous marine paint, fiberglass, gelcoat, or composite experience preferred.
- Relevant experience may come from automotive body/paint, composites, industrial coatings, aircraft, manufacturing, or other finishing trades.
Responsibilities
- Perform structural and cosmetic fiberglass repairs
- Perform composite repairs and fabrication
- Prepare fiberglass and composite surfaces for repair
- Perform gelcoat repairs and color matching
- Repair cracks, chips, gouges, and other surface damage
- Sand, grind, fill, and fair surfaces
- Prepare vessels and components for painting
- Mask and protect surrounding areas
- Apply marine primers, paints, and coatings
- Perform or assist with spray-finishing projects
- Perform touch-ups and finish repairs
- Assist with restoration and refit projects
- Maintain paint, fiberglass, and finishing tools and equipment
- Follow applicable safety and environmental procedures
- Accurately document work performed and materials used
Job description
Portland Yacht Services is seeking a Marine Paint & Fiberglass Technician to join our Paint & Fiberglass Shop. Our team handles cosmetic and structural fiberglass repairs, composite work, gelcoat repairs, surface prep, coatings, and refinishing for a range of vessels.
Ideal candidates have marine paint or fiberglass experience; automotive and industrial coatings backgrounds are also welcome. This on-site position offers growth in a dynamic outdoor recreation industry with training opportunities
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