Responsibilites

- Prepare, mix, colour-match, apply and complete gelcoat to new components or repair areas.
- Clean, sand, fair, tape, and mask areas as needed.
- Structural repair of fibreglass using appropriate products and industry guidelines
- Remove hardware and equipment to facilitate access to areas to be repaired, then reinstall upon completion
- Read and interpret technical manuals, diagrams and installation instructions.
- Construct moulds
- Build and install components - seating, bbq stations, hard tops, hull extensions, etc.
- Maintain accurate records of work completed and materials used.
- Coordinate with the composite lead, project managers, and other trades to meet project requirements and schedules.
- Work safely, protect vessel interiors and equipment, and maintain an organized work area.

Preferred Qualifications

- Quadrant Marine Service Technician
- Prior paid experience with auto or aircraft repair
- Recreational boating experience
- Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)
- Canadian passport

Job Requirements

- Class 5 Driver's License
- Minimum of four years of experience in the Marine industry
- Comfortable with using power and hand tools
- Familiar with using vinylester/polyester and epoxy resins
- Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 75 lbs at or below waist height




- Ability to lift and position equipment weighing up to 50 lbs between waist and shoulder height
- Ability to bend, kneel, squat, and work in limited space
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Must own or be willing to obtain a full set of hand tools (list of applicable tools can be provided) - Tool Fund for Apprentices assists with this
- Short-listed candidates will be required to complete a criminal records check as part of the hiring process. These checks will be conducted through our authorized partner, Triton Canada Inc. and will be completed only with the candidate's knowledge and consent. Information obtained through this process with be handled confidentially and used solely for employment-related purposes.

Basic Details

- Monday to Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with two 1/2 hour breaks
- overtime as needed
- weekends as needed
- must currently live within a reasonalbe commute to Philbrook's Boatyard Ltd. located at 2324 Harbour Road Sidney BC V8L 2P6
- opportunities for future training in the Marine industry

Pay: $45.00-$55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Perks:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Marine Composite Technician (Sidney)
🏢 Philbrook's Boatyard
📍 Sidney