What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marine/Composites Patch and Repair Technician position at Diverse Composites, LLC?
Overview
Diverse Composites is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Patch and Repair Technician to inspect and repair fiberglass and composite marine products. This position is responsible for correcting surface defects, structural imperfections, and cosmetic issues to ensure finished parts meet our quality and appearance standards.
Marine or composites experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with auto-body repair, paint preparation, bodywork, fiberglass, or similar hands-on experience are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Inspect fiberglass and composite parts for cracks, voids, air pockets, chips, scratches, print-through, and other defects.
- Perform gelcoat, fiberglass, and composite repairs using approved materials and repair methods.
- Grind, sand, fill, shape, blend, and finish repaired areas.
- Color-match and apply gelcoat to repaired surfaces.
- Buff and polish finished parts to achieve the required appearance.
- Complete structural and cosmetic repairs on marine components, including consoles, decks, hulls, storage boxes, and other molded parts.
- Use hand tools, pneumatic tools, sanders, grinders, polishers, and spray equipment safely.
- Follow work instructions, quality requirements, and established repair procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Communicate recurring defects or production concerns to supervision and quality personnel.
- Assist with other production tasks when needed.
Qualifications:
- Previous marine, fiberglass, composites, auto-body, collision repair, paint preparation, or surface-finishing experience is preferred.
- Auto-body experience is considered a strong plus for candidates without marine-industry experience.
- Ability to identify surface defects and perform detailed cosmetic repairs.
- Basic knowledge of sanding, filling, shaping, spraying, buffing, and polishing.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn composite materials, gelcoat repair, and marine finishing processes.
Work Environment:
- Manufacturing/production floor
- Exposure to composite materials, resins, and solvents
- Team-driven environment focused on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement
- Ability to stand, bend, and work with hands
- Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with PPE
- Ability to work in environments with resins, dust, and odors (with proper protection)
Why Join Diverse Composites?
At Diverse Composites, we are building a culture focused on:
- Doing the right thing
- Accountability and teamwork
- Continuous improvement
- Delivering high-quality products to our customers
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tools provided
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18