Job Overview
Tartan Yachts is seeking a full-time Carpenter / Finish Joiner responsible for the fabrication, fitting, and installation of interior and exterior woodwork aboard Tartan Yachts sailboats. Tartan’s reputation for exceptional craftsmanship depends on this role delivering fine finish joinery, precise cabinet work, and quality woodwork that reflects the brand’s heritage and standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Fabricate interior cabinetry, joinery, trim pieces, and sole panels from teak, mahogany, cherry, and engineered marine substrates using shop equipment
- Fit and install overhead liners, side panels, furniture modules, doors, and drawers to production specifications
- Cut, fit, and install teak and holly sole systems; perform spline work, sanding, and finishing as required
- Fabricate and install exterior teak trim including toerails, cockpit grating, coaming cappings, and handrails
- Apply varnish, oil, and protective finishes to interior and exterior wood surfaces; perform surface preparation and multi-coat finishing schedules
- Produce and fit custom joinery elements from shop drawings; work with templates and patterns for repeatable production components
- Bed and install hatches, portlights, handrails, and deck fittings with proper sealants and fastening
- Perform repair and remediation of joinery defects identified during quality inspection
- Operate and maintain shop woodworking equipment including table saw, bandsaw, planer, router, and spindle sander safely
- Maintain a clean, organized shop environment and comply with all dust and finish safety requirements
Qualifications / Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of fine woodworking, marine joinery, or cabinet-making experience
- Marine joinery or boatbuilding experience strongly preferred; familiarity with teak, mahogany, and marine plywoods
- Proficiency with a full range of shop woodworking machinery and portable power tools
- Ability to read and work from shop drawings, cut sheets, and production specifications
- Demonstrated skill in varnish application, wood finishing, and surface preparation
- High standards of fit, finish, and attention to aesthetic detail
- Experience with marine bedding compounds, sealants, and fastening methods preferred
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in confined spaces and overhead positions
- Completion of a cabinetmaking, woodworking, or marine trades program a plus
Salary: Competitive hourly rate commensurate with joinery skill level and experience.
