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Rockport Marine, located on the water in Rockport Harbor, has gained a worldwide reputation as a premier yard for the construction and restoration of wooden boats.

We employ a talented crew of carpenters, painters, fabricators, machinists, electricians and riggers who are able handle new construction, repair, and maintenance jobs equally well. Our crew is known for their excellent craftsmanship, knowledge of wooden boats, their camaraderie and enthusiasm.

We are always interested in hearing from skilled people who feel like they would be a good fit here. So please submit resumes and completed job applications to info@rockportmarine.com.

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Summary of Benefits

  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • Health Savings Account (pre-tax wages for health expenses)
  • Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • Individual Retirement Account
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • Six Paid Holidays annually
  • Professional Development Training
  • Company Cookouts and Holiday Celebrations
  • Vendor Discounts on Materials purchases
  • Use of Rockport Marine’s shop, tools, and equipment (off hours and on-site, not for profit)

Rockport Marine is hiring a full-time rigger to join our talented team. The job offers a satisfying opportunity to work on high end yachts, both classic and modern. Our ideal candidate would have the following:

  • Boat handling experience (professional experience preferred but not required)
  • Knowledge of modern and traditional rigging
  • Knowledge of general boat systems
  • An ability to work in the elements (sun, rain, snow, wind)
  • Have the ability to work as part of a team or independently.
  • Familiarity with heavy equipment, specifically cranes and tractors
  • An appreciation of quality and detail
  • Knowledge of boat construction
  • Ability to troubleshoot basic marine systems and mechanical equipment

 

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • 7am-3:30pm

Rockport Marine is hiring a full-time yacht painter/varnisher to join our talented team. The job offers a satisfying opportunity to work on high end classic wooden yachts.

Applicants should have a minimum of three years of experience painting and varnishing yachts. Brush skills are a must. Spray finish skills are a bonus. Good communication skills, teamwork and an excellent attitude are essential. Team members are expected to strive for quality work in a safe, efficient manner. We are willing to train some skill sets and offer plenty of opportunities for growth. Pay is commensurate with experience.

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • 7am-3:30pm

 

Experience:

  • Painting/varnishing boats: 4 years (Required)

Rockport Marine is hiring an experienced marine electrician to help maintain our high-end storage fleet of wooden yachts as well as help with new builds and refits. The position offers opportunities for repair, replacement, new work, and upgrades.

Applicants should be looking for a long-term, full-time position. Good communication skills, teamwork and an excellent attitude are essential. Our team is expected to produce clean organized work in an efficient manner. We are willing to train some skill sets but a successful applicant will need to demonstrate a solid foundation. Pay is commensurate with experience.

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • 7am-3:30pm

 

Experience:

  • Electrical: 5 years (Required)

Rockport Marine is hiring a boat carpenter to help maintain our high-end storage fleet of wooden yachts as well as help with new builds and refits. The position offers a wide range of work including; traditional plank on frame construction and repair, interior joinery, to modern wood composite construction techniques.

Applicants should be looking for a long-term, full-time position. Good communication skills, teamwork and an excellent attitude are essential. Our carpenters are expected to have wide range of boat specific carpentry skills. They must consistently produce exquisite work in a timely efficient manner. We are willing to train some skill sets but a successful applicant will need to demonstrate a solid foundation. Pay is commensurate with experience.

Please submit three professional references.

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • 7am-3:30pm

 

Experience:

  • Wooden Boat Building: 5 years (Required)