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The Hinckley Company

Varnisher

The Hinckley Company, Southwest Harbor, Maine, us, 04679

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Hinckley has been building and servicing America’s finest yachts since 1928. Today, Hinckley builds highly innovative, power and sailing yachts from 29 to 76 feet under the Hinckley, Hinckley Sport Boat, Hunt, and Morris brands. Hinckley Yacht Services offers a network of 9 full-service yacht yards from Maine to Florida. Our talented team members work on any make or model yacht and are proud to deliver the highest level of service in the industry. We are always seeking tradespeople with a strong work ethic who are willing to support the best team in the business.

We are seeking an experienced Varnisher to join our boat building team in Portsmouth, RI. Hinckley offers competitive wages, training, full benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, and paid time off. Our expanding network of service yards provides opportunities for upward mobility and a clear career path.

The Varnisher will perform preparation, painting, and varnishing techniques on boats and boat parts, both interior and exterior. Responsibilities include applying finish coats to appropriate thickness, sanding, and re-application as needed.

Responsibilities

Prepare wood, metal, fiberglass, or other surfaces for painting and varnishing.

Protect surrounding surfaces such as decks, hardware, and windows during work.

Clean, sand, and smooth surfaces using appropriate tools like scrapers, sandpaper, steel wool, or chemicals.

Apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior and exterior surfaces, trims, and fixtures of boats.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.

Knowledge and operation of basic hand and power tools such as sanders, paintbrushes, tapes, grinders, and polishers.

Woods coursework preferred.

Basic computer skills.

3–6 years of painting experience, preferably in boat building or repair.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industry: Maritime Transportation

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