Paint & Fiberglass Technician
TopSide Marinas · Waukegan, IL · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Detailer/Paint/Fiberglass Technicians perform duties to meet customer satisfaction standards, company sales goals, and safety requirements. Schedule is 5 days per week, 8 hours per day as agreed with your manager.
Responsibilities
- Assess condition of gel coat and recommend proper maintenance protocol
- Polish and wax gel coats and various painted surfaces
- Choose, mix, and apply epoxy to wood or FRP
- Perform gel coat/paint cosmetic repairs
- Apply knowledge of various fiberglass cloths and their applications
- Operate hand and hand-held air/electric tools
- Perform bottom repairs and painting procedures
- Grind and layup simple laminations
- Understand the proper uses of marine grade fairing materials and woods
- Maintain finishes to industry standards
- Follow all procedures pertaining to safety and personal protection equipment
- Ensure quality of work performed
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license
- 2 years of experience in fiberglass repair and paint finish application (marine experience preferred but not required)
- Must provide own hand tools
- Ability to speak and read English to follow work orders and product instructions
- Must meet the physical requirements of the job
- Strong work ethic, integrity, and positive attitude
- Ability to work in a team environment and independently
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize work
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs
- Ability to work comfortably around water
- Ability to work in tight spaces
- Ability to work at heights of up to 30 feet
- Stand, sit, walk, push, pull, climb, crawl, bend, kneel, squat, twist, reach, grasp