Fiberglass & Gel Coat Technician

Fiberglass & Gel Coat Technician

Fiberglass & Gel Coat Technicians are responsible for repairing fiberglass cosmetic and gel coat damage. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail along with experience in fiberglass and gel coat work.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Duties (Most Important to Least Important)

Identify defects such as: cracks, blisters, stress fractures and cosmetic flaws. Prep fiberglass, resins, and damaged areas for repair.

Grind out defective areas, smooth rough edges/areas by using appropriate power or hand-tools. Shape and smooth edges to match contour properly.

Mix Gel coat catalyst and spray or brush repaired surfaces; match colors. Buff and polish repaired surfaces.

Estimate repair times, plan for materials, coordinate jobs with management. Maintain accurate records of repairs, materials used, and time spent on projects.

Collaborate with team members and provide guidance or support as needed.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment, adhering to company policies and OSHA standards

Stay updated on industry techniques and materials.

Any other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Customer satisfaction, both internal and external
• Effective communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications / Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a fiberglass specialist. Maritime experience preferred
• 2+ years of experience in Gel Coat repair
• Additional training or certifications in marine repair or fiberglass work is preferred

Physical Demands

Use the rating scale below to indicate what is required of this position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Using the rating scale below, indicate how often the following physical activities and environmental conditions are required/present in performing the Essential Job Responsibilities.

C=Constantly - F=Frequently - O=Occasionally - R=Rarely

(5-8 hrs. /shift) - (2-5 hrs. /sift) - (Up to 2 hrs. /shift) - (Not regular part of job)

Physical Activities

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods - C - Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers - C

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another - F - Operating motor vehicle - O

Communicating with others to exchange information - C - Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned - C

Hearing - C - Talking - C

Seeing - C - Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - C

Work Environment

Use the table / checklist below to indicate the environmental conditions and physical demands of the position. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

How would you best describe the environmental demands for this position? (Check only one)

Environmental Conditions

No adverse environmental conditions expected - Poor ventilation

Hazardous conditions - Small and/or enclosed spaces

Noisy environments - X - Exposure to intense weather conditions - X

How would you best describe the physical demands for this position? (Check only one)

Physical Demands

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing

Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds

Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds

Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more

This position operates exclusively in an indoor office environment with controlled temperatures. (Y/ N )

OneWater Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.