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.

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 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.

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

• 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.

The physical demands of this position 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 for individuals with disabilities. Key activities include prolonged standing or sitting, repetitive wrist and hand motions, moving between work sites, operating motor vehicles, and communication tasks. Work may involve lifting up to 50 pounds.

The job is performed in an indoor office environment with controlled temperatures. Environmental conditions may include poor ventilation, hazardous materials, small or enclosed spaces, noisy environments, and intense weather exposure. Physical demands include sedentary work with occasional light to medium lifting.

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

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.