Marine Paint Technician — Precision Finishes & Craftsmanship

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

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.