Marine Paint Technician

The Hinckley Company; Southwest Harbor (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Stunning waterfront location

Job summary

The Hinckley Company in Southwest Harbor, ME is seeking a Marine Paint Technician to join our skilled team. You will prepare boat surfaces for painting, apply finish coats, and help deliver high-quality marine finishes with attention to detail.

This role requires experience with surface preparation, sanding, masking, and marine paint applications, and you will work independently or with a team to uphold Hinckley’s standards for precision and craftsmanship, in a waterfront setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in automotive body repair or marine paint applications.
• Familiarity with Awlgrip or similar marine coating systems.
• Proficiency in sanding, masking, surface preparation, and painting techniques.
• Ability to safely operate pneumatic tools, spray equipment, and other painting-related tools.
• Basic math and computer skills for documentation and billing.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while maintaining Hinckley’s standards for quality and craftsmanship.

Responsibilities

• Prepare boat surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, smoothing, and masking.
• Apply spray finish coats to achieve the desired thickness and finish quality. Blend and repair painted surfaces as needed.
• Use appropriate hand tools, pneumatic tools, sanding equipment, and spray equipment to prepare and finish surfaces.
• Set up and dismantle staging as required. Clean boats, equipment, and work areas daily.
• Document materials used and process project billing accurately. Communicate with customers when needed.
• Inspect painted surfaces for quality, consistency, and finish defects. Perform all work to Hinckley quality standards.
• Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area. Mandatory respirator use is required for certain tasks.
• Follow established instructions and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Marine painting

Awlgrip familiarity

Sanding & masking

Pneumatic tools

Math & documentation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Vocational training

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spray equipment

Sanding equipment

Masking tools

Job description

Description

Since 1928, Hinckley Yachts has continued to push boundaries of what’s possible on the water. Our heritage is built on bold ideas, uncompromising craftsmanship, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, principles that guide every yacht we design and every customer experience we deliver. Joining our team means stepping into an environment where precision, curiosity, and initiative are celebrated. Here, your work doesn't just support a legacy, it helps shape the future of yachting.

Job Summary

As a Marine Paint Technician, you’ll be part of a skilled team responsible for preparing boat surfaces for painting, applying finish coats, and producing high-quality marine finishes. The ideal candidate will have experience with surface preparation, sanding, masking, and marine paint applications. If you take pride in craftsmanship, have strong attention to detail, and enjoy working with your hands, we invite you to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Surface Preparation: Prepare boat surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, smoothing, and masking. Protect surrounding surfaces from overspray and perform longboarding using fairing compounds.
• Paint Application: Apply spray finish coats to achieve the desired thickness and finish quality. Blend and repair painted surfaces as needed.
• Tools & Equipment: Use appropriate hand tools, pneumatic tools, sanding equipment, and spray equipment to prepare and finish surfaces.
• Staging & Maintenance: Set up and dismantle staging as required. Clean boats, equipment, and work areas daily.
• Administrative: Document materials used and process project billing accurately. Communicate with customers when needed.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect painted surfaces for quality, consistency, and finish defects. Perform all work to Hinckley quality standards.
• Safety Compliance: Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area. Mandatory respirator use is required for certain tasks.
• Other: Follow established instructions and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in automotive body repair or marine paint applications.
• Familiarity with Awlgrip or similar marine coating systems.
• Proficiency in sanding, masking, surface preparation, and painting techniques.
• Ability to safely operate pneumatic tools, spray equipment, and other painting-related tools.
• Basic math and computer skills for documentation and billing.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while maintaining Hinckley’s standards for quality and craftsmanship.

What Hinckley Can Offer

Our culture values collaboration, continuous learning, and pride in craftsmanship. Here, your work doesn’t just make an impact; it becomes part of a tradition that defines performance and luxury.

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• A full benefits package
• Paid time off
• The unique benefit of working in a stunning waterfront location

The Hinckley Company is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics, or any other category protected under applicable law.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum two (2) years of experience in automotive body repair or marine paint applications.
• Education: Vocational training, high school diploma, or General Equivalency Degree (GED) required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to frequently lift and carry more than 25 pounds and up to 60 pounds. Must be able to perform physical tasks associated with surface preparation, sanding, painting, and staging setup and removal.
• Safety Requirements: Must be able to wear a respirator when required for assigned tasks and follow established safety procedures.
• Pre-Employment: All applicants must be able to successfully pass a background check as a condition of employment.