Marine Carpenter

Description

Hinckley Yachts isn’t just a boatbuilder—it’s an American icon.
For nearly a century, Hinckley has stood for uncompromising quality, precision craftsmanship, and innovation on the water. When someone joins Hinckley, they’re not just taking a job—they’re becoming part of a legacy that sets the standard for excellence in yachting.

What a Career at Hinckley Offers

• Meaningful, hands-on work tied to a world-class product
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and expand skills over time
• A team environment built on respect, accountability, and shared standards
• The chance to build something exceptional—not mass-produced, but truly premium

People-First Culture  

The Hinckley Company, known for building and servicing, strong, seaworthy and beautiful yachts is seeking a Marine Carpenter for our service yard in Stuart, Florida. 

How you make a difference and get to accomplish as part of our team:

• Build and install yacht interiors and exterior components including cabinetry, paneling, doors, boxes, rails, trim, and custom joinery.
• Accurately measure, lay out, and transfer dimensions to marine plywood and related materials using hand and layout tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to execute work with precision and consistency.
• Perform clean, accurate cuts using table saws, chop saws, and other professional woodworking tools.
• Apply time-honored marine joinery techniques such as scarf, lap, finger, sill splice, and dovetail joints.
• Use epoxies, vinylester resins, and marine-grade adhesives to bond components for strength and longevity.
• Work confidently with yachting terminology and shop practices common to traditional and modern yacht construction.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace that reflects Hinckley’s culture of craftsmanship and pride.

Requirements

• Experience in yacht carpentry, fine woodworking, or marine construction preferred.
• Strong understanding of marine materials, joinery methods, and adhesives.
• Ability to read plans and perform accurate measurements, including fractions.
• Familiarity with safe operation of woodworking machinery and hand tools.
• Attention to detail, craftsmanship mindset, and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a skilled team environment.

Physical Requirements:

This position is based in a production or custom boatbuilding shop and may require standing for extended periods, lifting materials, and working with power tools and marine construction products.