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Gelcoat Repair Tech

Bass Pro Shops
Flippin, AR (White River Marine Plant), United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Feb 2026

About the role

POSITION SUMMARY:

Repair Tech B is responsible for identification and repairs of defects in boat surfaces.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Inspects completed fiberglass boat bodies, hulls, and parts for defects and blemishes.

  • Repairs boat body and hull defects by sanding, buffing, spraying, or dabbing.

  • Works in team to physically move boats in the production area.

  • ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Preferred Degree:  Trade, Tech or Vocational Education

  • Years of experience:  Minimum 1 year in boat manufacturing

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:

  • Skilled at using hand tools.

  • Understand written and verbal instructions

  • Safety conscious

  • Attention to fine detail

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

  • N/A

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Light lifting, under 20 lbs.

  • Light carrying, under 20 lbs.

  • Moderate lifting, 21-59 lbs.

  • Moderate carrying, 21 – 59 lbs.

  • Straight pulling

  • Pushing

  • Repeated bending

  • Reaching over shoulders

  • Use of fingers

  • Walking

  • Standing

  • Kneeling

  • Repeated stretching

  • Specific visual requirements

  • Ability to distinguish basic colors

  • Ability to distinguish shades of color

  • Hearing (aid permitted)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Outside and inside

  • Extreme heat

  • Extreme humidity

  • Extreme noise, intermittent

  • Dust

  • Fumes, smoke, or gasses

  • Solvents (degreasing agents)

  • Slippery or uneven walking surfaces

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:

  • Performs tasks and duties under general supervision, using established procedures and innovation. Chooses from limited alternatives to resolve problems. Occasional independent judgment is required to complete work assignments. Often makes recommendations to work procedures, policies, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Voluntary benefits
  • 401k Retirement Savings
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid sick time
  • Bass Pro Cares Fund
  • And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer.  Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.

White River Marine Group

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