Carpenter: Safe Harbor Marinas

Employer: Safe Harbor Marinas

Email Address: resumes@shmarinas.com

Position Title: Carpenter

Compensation/Rate: Based upon experience

Location: Rockland, ME

Position Summary: Our Company seeks a Marine Joiner/Carpenter for boatyard services. The Technician (Carpenter) will be responsible for layout, installation, repairing, finishing, and maintaining various wooden components aboard yachts. . Our carpentry department is fully equipped and staffed with highly talented craftsmen. We can handle a wide variety of jobs on sail and power boats, from regular maintenance and cabinetry repair to a new teak deck or custom marine joinery design. The right candidate should have a good working knowledge of boat restoration and repair on woodworking projects on all types of hulls (fiberglass and wood). Experience installing teak decking, custom cabinets, headliners and cabin soles, correcting window leaks, installing prefabricated parts, etc. Knowledge and use of epoxies and resin important.


Company & Benefits: Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC (SHM) is the largest owner and operator of marinas in the world. As a fast-growing company, SHM cultivates a team dynamic of passionate individuals led by the sharpest minds in the industry in order to serve the vibrant boating community that encompasses the SHM network. SHM offers professional education and training opportunities and the chance to work with – and learn from – highly experienced professionals. In addition, SHM offers eligible employees healthcare benefits, 401(k) plans, paid time off, and relocation opportunities. #marinacareers

Safe Harbor Marinas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Safe Harbor complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Additional disclosures available at https://shmarinas.com/hr-disclosures/.

Job Description:

• Ability to work independently and with the team, including outside subcontractors.

• Follow prescribed safety rules, regulations, and procedures in the shop, in the marinas, at the dock and on- board vessels.

• Maintain a clean work area that ensures safe work practices and supports a professional work environment with high-quality standards.

• Strong working understanding of marine plywood and hardwoods, proper selection and application, and their inherent strengths and weaknesses.

• Strong working knowledge of marine industry woodworking joints: scarfs, tenons, dovetails, laps, etc., when and where they are required, and the effective uses of hand and power tools in their construction.

• Competent and accurate transfer of dimensions from plans, drawings and blueprints to construction materials using tape measures, squares, marking/layout devices, templates, patterns and jigs.

• Working knowledge of marine epoxies and adhesives: material preparation, proper mixing and application, bonding and bedding, joinery fabrication, basic fiberglass repairs, and safe cleanup and disposal.

Technical and Physical Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent preferred Technical school training preferred Basic math skills required; advanced math skills preferred Experience reading, understanding and following construction drawings and procedures preferred Ability to ascend and descend a ladder.

Minimum Soft Skills & Qualifications: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Positive attitude and willingness to learn Ability to provide exceptional customer service and an understanding of customers’ needs Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills while working both independently and within a team context Organizational skills are a must Demonstrates ability to prioritize and work unsupervised Having the willingness and dedication to focus on completing daily/weekly goals Eager to engage in a growing, fast paced, and industry-leading company

Applications: resumes@shmarinas.com