What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fiberglass & Gel Coat Technician position at Onewater Marine Inc?
Fiberglass & Gel Coat Technician
POSITION SUMMARY
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
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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
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- 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
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- 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
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 | R |
Communicating with others to exchange information | C | Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned | C |
Hearing | C | Talking | F |
Seeing | C | Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination | C |
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Environmental Conditions | |||
No adverse environmental conditions expected |
| Poor ventilation |
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Hazardous conditions |
| Small and/or enclosed spaces |
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Noisy environments | X | Exposure to intense weather conditions | X |
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)
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OneWater Marine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
