Yacht Washer/Detailer

Description:

Looking for candidates to perform exterior yacht washing/minor detailing. We are a small family owned company based out of West Palm Beach, FL, and Newport, RI. We offer our clients the ease of mind they desire when they purchase their yacht. We offer them the ability to step on their boat, turn the keys and leave everything else up to us. It is our responsibility to ensure all the needs of clients are met in a precise and timely manner. One of the various services we provide our clients is routine, detailed cleaning and maintenance of their vessel. This means every square foot of their vessel is to be accounted for at all times. We pride ourselves on providing the best service possible and have earned a reputation for such. Our team is close knit and we cherish each of our members and are excited to bring on some more for our summer season in Newport. Although our line of work is demanding, we take great pride in what we do and are always looking to improve by bringing on bright, terrific people onto our team. The work season will last from May 2026 through October 2026.

Responsibilities:

Preparation of the vessel prior to cleaning. (Removing covers, cushions, chairs, etc.) Wash, rinse and chamois of the vessel using soap and water. This includes every portion of the vessel including the roof and hull. Cleaning and wipe down of all hatches, lockers and compartments including the items within. Vacuuming and wiping down of the bilge and engine room compartments. Removal of rust stains, black streaking or other smaller blemishes. Polishing of stainless steel rails and fixtures. Teak deck cleaning. Shore cord cleaning. Cover and canvas cleaning. Cleaning of strainers and minor maintenance of some mechanical and electrical systems. Placement and neat arrangement of all items, furniture, cushions and covers.

Required:

MUST HAVE

a vehicle in order to travel to job sites in, but not limited to: Newport, RI, Jamestown, RI, Portsmouth, RI, & Barrington, RI. We are looking for candidates who can work 3-5 days per week. Must practice routine, proper hygiene. Ability to maneuver and work in marine environments such as docks, vessels and other dynamic environments. The work is entirely based outdoors at various marinas and private docks. This work is conducted rain or shine. If you have proclivities to not working outside in the elements do not consider this position. This position requires stamina, work ethic and initiative. We highly value self-starters and those who bring initiative to their work.

Please be advised:

this is a physical labor job and is physically demanding. We do not require prior experience in the field, but experience in marine environments and on boats is highly valued. We have a zero tolerance drug policy. To comply with USCG and insurance regulations, we do not tolerate drug use (including marijuana) on or off of the work site. For instance if an accident were to occur you may be held liable to complete a drug test, and if you are to fail, your employment will be terminated.

Further Information:

Work days are typically 8 hours, beginning at 9am and ending at 5pm, but this is liable to change periodically. The hourly wage begins at $20 an hour. Hourly raises (within 4 weeks) & end of season bonuses can be expected following good behavior (routinely arriving to work on time, not calling off without prior notice, strong work ethic, showing initiative, etc.). We will provide all materials and equipment, but you will be responsible for the transport and care of the equipment between work sites. Tips can be expected occasionally, but is not guaranteed. The size of the vessels within our fleet range between 20' to 100'.

Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Work Location:

On the road