Marine Fiberglass Technician at INTERNATIONAL MARINA GROUP LP in Hampton, Virginia

Job Description:

Technicians prepare wood, fiberglass, and metal surfaces for painting. Paints parts, equipment, interior and exterior of vessels utilizing brushes, spray guns and rollers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Surface preparation to include stripping, scuffing, sanding, masking and priming surfacesApply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel or lacquer, as appropriate, to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces, trimmings and fixtures of boatsUtilize 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 utilizedRepair and fabricate composite partsAbility to match and spray gel coatInteract with customers and respond to customer questions as they relate to paint and varnish applicationsMeet 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 lawsAvailability to work overtime in order to meet deadlinesOther 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 preferredPrevious experience with gel coat and fiberglass preferredAwlgrip training a plusAbility to ascend and descend a ladderAbility to work in confined spacesAbility to lift 50 poundsBasic boat handling skills preferred

Minimum Soft Skill Qualifications
Eagerness to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading companyConsistently treats others with dignity and respectGenuinely serves others with humility and a positive attitudeFrequently demonstrates a bias toward actionAlways communicates effectively and courteously with fellow teammates and membersContinuously follows policies and procedures while seeking out new and better ways of accomplishing dutiesShows resolve and overcomes difficulties in a positive and productive mannerGladly provides responsive, and high level of service to our teammates and membersEagerly puts forth the extra effort to accomplish dutiesAdapts 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 athttps://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/.