Senior Yacht Coatings Specialist

Base pay range

$24.95/hr - $38.50/hr

Founded in 1990 and based in Annapolis, Maryland, Diversified Marine Services and Bay Shore Marine are the premier marine service providers in the Chesapeake Bay region. We specialize in marine engines and mobile yacht service, including maintenance, repairs, installations, restorations, and refits for all makes and models up to 130' in length. With multiple locations, 12,500 sq ft of workshop/office space, two restoration facilities, a fleet of 23 fully outfitted service vehicles, and a team of 50+, we offer the most comprehensive in-house yacht service in the region.

Now part of the Oasis Experiences family, we are poised for extensive growth to support over 55 marinas across the United States. Our reputation for being the best marine service company to work for has been the greatest driver of our success.

As a Senior Yacht Coatings Specialist, you’ll be responsible for OEM-level finishes of all types on marine-related surfaces within our service area to the highest possible standards using the best quality materials available. From minor cosmetic fixes to major repairs and total yacht painting, your role will include all the necessary tasks to complete these jobs including customer communications, inspections, planning, execution, follow-up, and project analysis.

• Fabrication:
  Perform all aspects of coating applications to parts both small and large, on vessels ranging in size from 15-130 feet.
• Repairs and
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Cosmetic and structural, you’ll work alongside skilled carpenters, systems, and composite specialists to apply surface coatings to projects that include an infinite range of parts. You’ll inspect, evaluate, cut, grind, patch, repair, fair, and coat surfaces using appropriate tools such as saws, grinders, sanders, sprayers, and polishers. You’ll also participate, to the extent possible, with minor to moderate fiberglass repairs.
• Material Selection:
  You’ll apply high‑quality stains, primers, sealers, base coats, topcoats, clear coats, gel coats, and other finishes to a wide range of materials utilizing multiple techniques including touch‑ups, blends, repainting, new applications, and polishing.
• Mobile Services:
  Travel to marinas and private slips within a service range of approximately 30 minutes.
• Client Relations:
  Communicate directly with customers to understand the scope, communicate progress, and ensure overwhelming satisfaction.
• Profitability & Growth:
  Build strong client relationships where projects are completed early and under budget. As a result, growth is achieved through increased customer count and job size. Improvement initiatives are daily expectations.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  Complete service reports and forms accurately and promptly; analyze results and apply lessons learned.
• Training:
  Participate in talent acquisition and training; cross‑training wherever applicable.
• Safety & Cleanliness:
  Maintain and oversee clean and safe machinery and work areas, ensuring teammates adhere to all safety and environmental regulations.

• Possess an expert eye for quality and laser‑focused attention to detail with 3‑4 years (or more) of experience fairing, priming, painting, and detail work – portfolios are a bonus!
• Experience with a wide range of coating systems like Imron, Alexseal, and Awlgrip.
• Proficient with a wide range of application techniques including staining, sealing, rolling, and spraying.
• Skilled with mixing and color matching paint, metallics, stain, or varnish with various solvents and common additives like thinners, drying and leveling additives, etc.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, kneel, lift, push, and pull in small, tight spaces and elevated heights in uncomfortable conditions on ladders and scaffolds regularly where elements such as heat, cold, dirt, dust, noise, and chemical fumes are present. Sometimes in large amounts. (Proper PPE and safety equipment are provided).
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent team player with strong communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• High School Diploma or GED (minimum).
• Certification from accredited schools or manufacturers'…