COMPOSITE TECHNICIAN

COMPOSITE TECHNICIAN - FULL TIME (EAST BOOTHBAY OR DAMARISCOTTA)

POSITION SUMMARY: All phases of composite boat construction

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES:

• Female/male mold assembly to include filling and fairing joint seams and applying mold release wax

• Kit fabrication involving cutting fabric to desired sizes, direction

• Material lay-up and installation of peel ply, fabrics, flow media, vacuum and feeder lines

• Mixing of resin materials by weight/volume

• Infusion monitoring for temperature, vacuum infusion and time of infusion

• Modular installation of infused pieces for bulkheads, floor systems, decks and pilothouse

• Finishing, trimming and fitting of composite parts

• Some wet lay-up and wet preg is required for secondary bonding and tabbing

• Grinding and sanding for secondary bonding

• Works ‘hands on’ on multiple projects

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior experience working with composites

• Basic carpentry skills for staging and platform construction, templates and molds and cutting and fitting pieces

• Must be able to wear a respirator

• Must be able to meet the requirements of the work schedule

• Must be able to use measuring tools

ESSENTIAL MENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Working productively and cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors is an essential part of the job.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Basic mathematical skills

• Attention to detail, following established procedures

• Ability to read plans and blueprints

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Grinders/sanders

• Power electric shears

• Hand tools

• Table saw

• Cut-off saw

• Epoxy mixing equipment

• Skill saw

• Jig saw

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS:

• Flexibility to work in standing, squatting, or kneeling positions, as well as reaching overhead with occasional twisting and bending while performing any of the above tasks

• Stair and ladder climbing is required

• Ability to work with epoxy/vinyl ester/polyester resins and adhesives

• Ability to work in small spaces as required

• Minimal lifting required above 75lbs.

• May be required to travel both domestic and internationally to perform Tender service and maintenance

Additional Comments:

Pay Range: $23 – $28 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Work schedule is generally 6:00am-4:30pm four days per week. From time to time, it may be necessary to work additional shifts or on weekends. Must be able to conform to the schedule, must follow safety rules and wear personal protective equipment as required.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Please email your resume and cover letter to: hr@hodgdonyachts.com or call 207-633-2970 for more details.