Show-Ready Boat Detail Specialist

Dougherty Manufacturing

Florida

On-site

USD 19,000 - 28,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Dougherty Manufacturing in Edgewater, FL, is seeking a Boat Detailer to perform final cosmetic finishing, cleaning, and quality inspection of SOLACE Boats prior to delivery. You will detail interior and exterior areas, ensuring every boat leaves looking its best and passes final quality checks.

Attention to detail and pride in workmanship are essential. This full-time role runs Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, on-site in Edgewater.

Qualifications

Prior experience in boat detailing, auto detailing, polishing, or a related finishing trade preferred.
Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality, show-ready work.
Comfortable using buffers, polishers, and hand tools for compounding and finishing work.
Basic knowledge of gelcoat, fiberglass, and marine surface care preferred.
Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and work in and around boats for extended periods.
Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean and detail boat interiors, including seating, consoles, cabinetry, non-skid surfaces, and hardware.
Inspect gelcoat, fiberglass, and painted surfaces for imperfections, scratches, or defects and perform minor touch-up or buff-out work as needed.
Remove dust, adhesive residue, and other production debris from finished boats.
Clean and detail hardware, rigging, upholstery, canvas, and other components prior to final delivery.
Operate detailing equipment safely and correctly.
Identify and report quality issues or defects to the appropriate department for correction prior to final sign-off.
Prep boats for photography, dealer delivery, boat shows, or customer walk-throughs.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe detailing work area.
Follow proper handling and storage procedures for detailing chemicals.
Collaborate with production and quality control teams to ensure finished boats meet SOLACE's cosmetic and quality standards.