Marine Fiberglass Technician
Location: Naples, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: Competitive and based on experience
About Shiptronics
Shiptronics is a growing marine service company specializing in high-quality repair, installation, and custom work for boats and yachts throughout Southwest Florida.
We are looking for a skilled Marine Fiberglass Technician to join our Naples team. The ideal candidate takes pride in their craftsmanship, understands proper fiberglass and gelcoat repair techniques, and can produce clean, professional results.
What You'll Be Doing
- Perform structural and cosmetic fiberglass repairs on boat hulls, decks, consoles, hardtops, and other marine components.
- Repair cracks, chips, holes, delamination, and other fiberglass damage.
- Prepare surfaces through grinding, sanding, fairing, and finishing.
- Lay fiberglass mat, cloth, resin, and other composite materials.
- Mix, match, apply, sand, and polish gelcoat for professional-quality finishes.
- Perform fiberglass laminating, molding, and custom fabrication as needed.
- Inspect damaged areas and determine the appropriate repair process.
- Work with the service team to complete projects accurately and within expected timelines.
- Properly use and maintain grinders, sanders, polishers, spray equipment, and other fiberglass repair tools.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Document work performed and communicate project progress with management.
What We're Looking For
- Previous fiberglass, gelcoat, boat repair, or composite repair experience strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of fiberglass materials, resins, gelcoat, fillers, and repair techniques.
- Experience with sanding, fairing, polishing, laminating, and finish work.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship.
- Ability to diagnose damage and determine the proper repair approach.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.
- Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in a marine environment.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, sanding, grinding, and working in confined areas when necessary.
- Reliable and able to maintain a consistent work schedule.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Additional Experience We'd Love to See
- Marine gelcoat color matching and finishing.
- Structural fiberglass repair.
- Custom fiberglass fabrication and molding.
- Boat hull, deck, transom, or hardtop repair.
- Experience working on high-end boats and yachts.
- Formal training or certification in fiberglass, composites, or marine repair.
Why Join Shiptronics?
- Competitive pay based on experience and skill level.
- Full-time, steady work.
- Opportunity to work on a wide variety of boats and marine projects.
- Room to grow as the company continues to expand.
- Supportive team environment.
- Health benefits and additional employee perks.
If you have hands-on fiberglass experience and take pride in producing clean, professional marine repairs, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today with your resume and a brief description of your fiberglass or marine repair experience.
Shiptronics, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- fiberglass: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Naples, FL 34104 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Naples, FL 34104: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
