Paint Repair Specialist

As an employer of choice located in Bristol, Indiana, our goal is to build the best pontoon boats in the industry. To support this, we are proud of the service delivery and customer experience we provide to our dealer network as well as the retail customers that choose a Barletta pontoon boat. We appreciate your interest in learning about this role and our company's culture built on honesty, integrity, hard work, and pride in a job well done. Barletta truly is Like Nothing Else.

POSITION SUMMARY: 

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced paint repair specialist to fill an integral part of the final finish process at Barletta. Overall, your role as a pontoon paint repair specialist on fiberglass would involve preparing surfaces, matching colors, applying paint, ensuring quality, and providing a professional finish. Attention to detail, knowledge of paint techniques, and an understanding of fiberglass repair would be essential for success in this role.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Surface Preparation: You will need to prepare the fiberglass surface for painting. This includes cleaning the area, removing any dirt, grease, or old paint, and sanding the surface to create a smooth and even texture.

• Color Matching: You would be responsible for matching the existing paint color or creating a new color that matches the pontoons original finish. This may involve using color charts or manual blending techniques to achieve an accurate color match.

• Paint Application: Your role would involve applying paint to the fiberglass surface using various techniques such as spray guns, brushes, or rollers. You would need to ensure that the paint is evenly applied, avoiding any drips, runs, or uneven coverage.

• Quality Control: As a pontoon paint repair specialist, you would need to inspect the painted surface for imperfections, such as air bubbles, dust particles, or paint irregularities. You may need to perform touch-ups or corrections to achieve a flawless finish.

• Finishing and Detailing: Your job would also involve applying clear coats, polishing, and buffing the painted surface to achieve a glossy and durable finish. This step is crucial for protecting the paint and ensuring a high-quality appearance.

• Safety and Compliance: You would need to maintain a safe working environment and adhere to safety protocols, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, and respirators. Additionally, you would follow environmental regulations to store of all supplies and dispose of hazardous materials properly in a safe and orderly manner. Maintain and aid in the development of a repeatable process for best-practice and routine.

REQUIREMENTS: Paint test at time of interview and provide own respirator. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 6 years of Marine or Automotive paint repair experience in spraying base coat/clear coat
• 2 years experience doing small paint repairs
• General fiberglass knowledge is required
• Strong and consistent attention to detail
• Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
• Versatile, flexible, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities
• Creative and innovative team player
• Ability to comprehend product labels and instructions to ensure safe product handling
• Proven ability to plan and handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Sound judgment with the ability to make timely decisions
• Must have the ability to perform all physical requirements required of the position, including but not limited to ability to stand, walk, push, pull, full range of motion, bend, kneel, climb, squat for 8 hours and lift upward of 50 lbs.
• Willing to: Improve self / area / company (including pursuing additional training, if needed)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Compensation is based on past job history, knowledge, and experience.
• Medical/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• Voluntary Life Ins, Accident and Critical Illness
• 401k with match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

As part of our hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening. These screenings are conducted to ensure the safety and integrity of our workplace.

*This job description is intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar nature or level of responsibility. Barletta Boats reserves the right to change or assign to this position as required.