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The Hinckley Company

Marine Paint Technician

Trenton, ME · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

The Marine Paint Technician performs finish grade work product and is able to blend, repair, and paint decks, hulls, and parts. The Marine Paint Technician sprays finish coats to desirable thickness ...

The Hinckley Company

Marine Paint Technician

Ellsworth, ME · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

The Marine Paint Technician performs finish grade work product and is able to blend, repair, and paint decks, hulls, and parts. The Marine Paint Technician sprays finish coats to desirable thickness ...

The Hinckley Company

Marine Paint Technician

Trenton, ME

$18 - $24/hr

The Marine Paint Technician performs finish grade work product and is able to blend, repair, and paint decks, hulls, and parts. The Marine Paint Technician sprays finish coats to desirable thickness ...

The Hinckley Company

Marine Paint Technician

Trenton, ME · On-site

$18 - $24/hr

The Marine Paint Technician performs finish grade work product and is able to blend, repair, and paint decks, hulls, and parts. The Marine Paint Technician sprays finish coats to desirable thickness ...

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Norfolk, VA

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for marine paint in the United States is $20.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Marine Paint?

Marine paint is a specialized coating designed to protect ships, boats, and other watercraft from harsh marine environments. It helps prevent damage from saltwater, algae, barnacles, and corrosion, extending the lifespan of the vessel. Marine paints are formulated to provide waterproofing, UV resistance, and antifouling properties to surfaces exposed to water. They are commonly used on hulls, decks, and other parts of boats and ships that are in constant contact with water.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Marine Painter, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Marine Painter, you need expertise in surface preparation, paint application techniques, and knowledge of corrosion control, often supported by experience or vocational training. Familiarity with specialized marine coatings, spray equipment, and safety certifications like OSHA or confined space entry is typically required. Attention to detail, strong work ethic, and the ability to work well in teams and challenging environments are valuable soft skills. These competencies ensure the longevity and safety of marine vessels, compliance with regulations, and efficient project completion.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in marine paint application, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in marine paint application often face challenges such as working in harsh environmental conditions, ensuring proper surface preparation, and applying coatings that meet strict industry standards. Managing these challenges requires close attention to weather conditions, adherence to safety protocols, and rigorous quality control throughout the application process. Teamwork and communication with supervisors, inspectors, and other crew members are essential to ensure coatings are applied correctly and efficiently, reducing the risk of costly rework or compliance issues.
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Marine Paint Technician

Marine Paint Technician

The Hinckley Company

Trenton, ME • On-site

$18 - $24/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago

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Hinckley Yachts has been building and servicing America's finest yachts since 1928. With ten YachtCare Centers spanning from Maine to Florida, we offer comprehensive service, refits, transportation, and storage, providing our customers with pinnacle ownership experience. Our production facility is in Trenton, Maine near Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park. 

Hinckley offers competitive wages, training, and full benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k with an employer match, nine (9) paid holidays a year, a four-day work week, and paid time off. Our expanding network of service yards allows the opportunity of upward mobility and a clear career path to achieve personal success. 


The Hinckley Company, known for building and servicing strong, seaworthy and beautiful yachts, is seeking a Marine Paint Technician for our production facility in Trenton, Maine. The Marine Paint Technician performs finish grade work product and is able to blend, repair, and paint decks, hulls, and parts. The Marine Paint Technician sprays finish coats to desirable thickness and may perform boot stripe layout.


Essential Duties:

  • Tape or otherwise protect surrounding surfaces such as decks, hardware, windows from overspray during painting process.
  • Cleans, sands, and smooths surfaces, using appropriate tools, such as scrapers, sandpaper, steel wool, or chemicals.
  • Set-up and dismantle staging.
  • Learns to mix materials.
  • Performs long boarding using fairing compounds and polishes, and sands.
  • Cleans boats and work area daily.
  • May make repair recommendations to solve specific problems.
  • Understands billing and material charging process.
  • Some customer contact is necessary requiring diplomacy in communication skills.
  •  Follow prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain safe, clean work area.
Requirements
  • High School diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED) required.
  • Valid Vehicle Driver's License
  • Basic reading, writing, math, and computer skills.
  • Experience in auto body or marine paint applications or equivalent preferred.
  • Operation of sanders/pneumatic tools, spray equipment use, set-up and maintenance preferred.

Physical Requirements:

  • Lift and carry over 25 lbs. and up to 60 lbs. on a frequent basis (over 40% and up to 70%).
  • Requires frequently lifting or moving average weight material.
  • Frequent mental and visual attention on an intermittent basis.
  • Must be able to stoop, bend, kneel, lift, push, and pull and work in small, tight spaces.
  • Requires working under disagreeable conditions on a frequent basis where elements such as dust, dirt, heat, fumes, cold, vibration, noise, water or chemicals may be present.

Mandatory respirator use is required for certain tasks. 

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