What are the responsibilities and job description for the Boat / Yacht Carpenters position at Viking Yacht Company?
Job Summary:
Boat / Yacht Carpenters - Rough / Finish / Cabinet Makers
Performs intricate joiner, carpentry repair tasks on and off boats with minimal supervision and where no detailed plans may be available. Able to interpret yacht restoration work orders and plan projects to include developing bill of materials to complete project. Skilled in the operation and set-up of specialized equipment to achieve desired result. May train a Carpenter 1.
Essential Duties:
Transfer dimensions to marine plywood and other construction materials using tape measure, square and marking/layout devices.
Make accurate cuts of wood and other materials using table and chop saws and other related power tools.
Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints.
Troubleshoot leaks, squeaks, warps and make recommendations for appropriate repair.
Layout, cut and assemble boat parts, such as doors, paneling, boxes, rails, and trim.
Installs prefabricated/custom parts such as hatches, marine hardware, metal trim, seats and other parts.
Apply caulking compound under spray rails, windshields, and around windows, using appropriate material to specified lengths and cements, crimps, screws, or taps into place.
Good working knowledge of most woodworking joints in the marine industry, such as scarf, sill splice, lap, finger, and dovetail.
Skilled knowledge and use of epoxies and vinylester resins or other adhesives to bond parts and perform basic fiberglass repair.
Must meet schedule and budget for projects.
Understands yachting terminology, local and industry, e.g., port/starboard, gump (trim moulding) and bung (wood plug).
Use reading and writing, adding and subtracting of whole numbers and fractions.
Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe, clean work area.
All work to be performed to Viking quality standards.
Perform other related duties as necessary.
Qualifications
High school or general equivalency degree (GED) required.
Course work in wood and/or metals preferred.
Basic computer skills
Knowledge, operation, and set-up of tape measure, square, hand saw, hand plane, table saw, and chop saw, planer, joiner, band saw, shaper, surface sander, router, vacuum pumps, and inverted router. Most tools, other than power, must be purchased by employee.
Twelve (12) months carpentry, plus 2 years boatbuilding/repair (a plus) experience including knowledge of various types of woods, finish cabinetry attributes, and adhesives.
Physical Requirements:
Lift and carry over 25 lbs and up to 60 lbs. on a frequent basis (over 40% and up to 70%).
Requires moderate physical demand, frequently lifting or moving heavy weight material and working in difficult positions.
Requires continuous mental and visual attention on an intermittent basis.
Must be able to lift, bend, kneel, stoop, push, pull, work at heights and in small, tight spaces.
Requires working under somewhat disagreeable conditions where elements such as dust, dirt, heat, fumes, cold, vibration, noise, water, or chemicals may be present.
Performs work on boats in and out of water.
Occasional respirator use may be necessary.
Other Requirements:
Valid Driver's License
May be required to travel to customer, vendor, or other company locations.
Must be able to work flexible hours including early start times and weekends.
Frequent overtime is necessary
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $ $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25