Experienced Paint & Fiberglass Technician at INTERNATIONAL MARINA GROUP LP in Oxford, Maryland

Job Description:

Safe Harbor Oxford is looking for a skilled marine paint & fiberglass technician who can perform surface prep, application of AwlGrip, and undertake fiberglass and gel-coat repairs including color matching. 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Surface preparation to include stripping, scuffing, sanding, masking and priming surfaces


• Apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel or lacquer, as appropriate, to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces, trimmings and fixtures of boats


• Utilize hand and power tools including but not limited to; scraper, wire brush, needle gun, grinder, pneumatic chipper, basic tools, sandpaper, etc.


• Knowledge of the requirements for varnish prepping and sealing and the products utilized


• Repair and fabricate composite parts


• Ability to match and spray gel coat


• Interact with customers and respond to customer questions as they relate to paint and varnish applications


• Meet environmental requirements and best marina practices in acquisition, application, removal and disposal of paint, paint waste or residuals in accordance with OSHA requirements and federal and state laws


• Availability to work overtime in order to meet deadlines


• Other duties as assigned by Manager

 

Safety and Environmental Responsibilities

• Follow SHM Safety and Environmental rules and complete required related training.


• Wear proper personal protective equipment (may include safety glasses, gloves, life jackets and/or hard hats) as required for the task or work area. 


• Report all accidents, injuries, spills and near misses immediately. 

 

Technical and Physical Requirements

• 2-5 years’ experience preferred


• Previous experience with gel coat and fiberglass preferred


• Familiarity with spraying required


• Awlgrip training a plus


• Ability to ascend and descend a ladder


• Ability to work in confined spaces


• Ability to lift 50 pounds


• Basic boat handling skills preferred

 

 

Minimum Soft Skill Qualifications

• Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company


• Consistently treats others with dignity and respect


• Genuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitude


• Frequently demonstrates a bias toward action


• Always communicates effectively and courteously with fellow teammates and members


• Continuously follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing duties


• Shows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive manner


• Gladly provides responsive, and high level of service to our teammates and members


• Eagerly puts forth the extra effort to accomplish duties


• Adapts quickly and efficiently to changing priorities in order to meet teammate or member needs

 

The Company

Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC (SHM) is the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world. As a fast-growing company, SHM cultivates a team dynamic of passionate individuals led by the sharpest minds in the industry in order to serve the vibrant boating community that encompasses the SHM network. SHM teammates are committed to thinking critically, providing outstanding service and building relationships with all that we serve. SHM offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with – and learn from – highly experienced professionals in the marine industry. In addition, SHM offers eligible employees healthcare benefits, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and relocation opportunities. #techniciancareers

 

Safe Harbor Marinas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Safe Harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  Additional disclosures available at https://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/.

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