Marine Painter (NEB)

POSITION SUMMARY

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 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

TECHNICAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• 2-5 years’ experience preferred
• Previous experience with gel coat and fiberglass preferred
• 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 SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and an understanding of customers’ needs
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills while working both independently and within a team context
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize and work unsupervised
• Eager to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company

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 offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with – and learn from – highly experienced professionals. In addition, SHM offers eligible employees healthcare benefits, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and relocation opportunities. #marinacareers

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/.