Fiberglass Installation Specialist / Working Foreman
$47,840–$58,240 year
On-siteJacksonville, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Lead and mentor installation/repair crews on-site and in-shop while actively performing fiberglass lay-up, laminating, grinding, fairing, bonding, and composite repairs. Prepare surfaces, apply protective coatings, and ensure compliance with project specs and quality standards on industrial and marine assets. Manage project timelines, safety protocols, and crew productivity while troubleshooting issues and coordinating with clients. Conduct inspections and contribute to continuous improvement in processes. Travel to project sites as needed for tank linings, pipe linings, and concrete refurbishment. Work 6:30am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday, with availability for overtime, weekends, and up to 90+ hours weekly.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in fiberglass/composites installation and repair, preferably in marine or heavy industrial settings
- Proven leadership/foreman experience (leading small teams)
- Strong knowledge of resins, gelcoats, fiberglass matting, safety practices (OSHA, confined space, etc.), and quality control
- Ability to read blueprints/specs and work in physically demanding conditions (heights, confined spaces, outdoors)
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Willingness to travel
- Good attitude
- Willingness to listen and learn
- Desire to produce work of the highest quality
- Lifting greater than 50 lbs
- Walking and climbing stairs in work boots up to 14 hours per day, up to 70 hours week
- Working in confined spaces
- Lawful and safe driving of company vehicles
- Safe use of a respirator
- Working at heights greater than 4 stories
- Working with a variety of paints and solvents
- Maintaining composure under stressful situations
- Working well with others
- Reading
- Written communications
- Oral communications
- Available to work from 6:30am - 4:30pm Monday through Friday
- Willingness to work overtime, including 12-hour days, weekends, nights and as many as 90+ hours some weeks, as needed
- Availability and willingness to travel for out-of-town jobs within the continental U.S. lasting as long as 3 weeks
- Experience in fiberglass and composite application on site and / or in a shop environment
- Experience working in heavy industrial plants – including power plants, pulp and paper mills, chemical plants, oil and gas refineries and / or offshore
- Can pass drug, physical, and background screening
Desired Qualifications
- Relevant certifications (e.g., AMPP/NACE, composites, or safety) a plus
- Experience in abrasive blasting, protective coatings, painting, carpentry, masonry, mechanical, concrete finishing and other general construction skills
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