Sailboat Rigging Specialist - Waterfront, Full-Time

Landing School; Eliot (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Safe Harbor Kittery Point is seeking an experienced Sailboat Rigger for a full-time, year-round position in Maine. The role involves installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing sailboat rigging and sail systems with a strong emphasis on safety and precision.

Requirements include high school diploma, 3 years of experience, and knowledge of sailing/rigging; crane operation is a plus. Ability to lift 100 pounds and go aloft is expected. Benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum experience: 3 years in sailing or rigging.
• Sailing/rigging knowledge is required.
• Hoisting/Crane operation experience is preferred.
• Ability to ascend/descend a ladder.
• Familiarity with boats and nomenclature.
• Ability to lift 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Basic boat handling skills are required.
• Ability to hang, move, twist and climb with loads.
• Must be able to go aloft.

Responsibilities

• Unstep and step masts.
• Assemble and disassemble spars.
• Tune standing rigging.
• Connect and troubleshoot mast lights and wiring.
• Install booms, sails, running rigging.
• Prepare sailboats to safely sail.
• Splice lines, service winches and furling systems (manual/electrical/hydraulic).
• Service sailboat steering systems and deck hardware.
• Wax and clean spars.
• Inspect and estimate repairs.

Skills

Sailing rigging

Hoisting/Crane operation

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Safe Harbor Kittery Point is seeking an experienced Sailboat Rigger for a full-time, year-round position in Maine. The role involves installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing sailboat rigging and sail systems with a strong emphasis on safety and precision.

Requirements include high school diploma, 3 years of experience, and knowledge of sailing/rigging; crane operation is a plus. Ability to lift 100 pounds and go aloft is expected. Benefits are provided.