Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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William Smith JR

5512 Maverick Lane,Gulf Breeze

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Marine Repair Technician

Will’s Boatworks
Gulf Breeze, FL
03.2022 - Current

Fiberglass collision repairs

Gel Coat Specialist/Fiberglass Technician

Gulf Coast Boating Centers
Fort Walton Beach, FL
03.2019 - 03.2022

In house fiberglass/gel coat technician

First Mate

Shark Bite Charters
Pensacola, FL
03.2018 - 03.2019

First mate on a private fishing charter.

Fiberglass Technician

Pensacola Shipyard Marina
Pensacola, FL
03.2017 - 03.2019

Collision repair with fiberglass hulls up to 80’ vessels.

Second Mate on Headboat

Pelican Adventures
Destin, FL
03.2017 - 03.2018

Second mate for party boat doing fishing charters

Fishing Specialist

West Marine
Pensacola, FL
03.2014 - 03.2017
  • Assisted customers in selecting marine products, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Developed knowledge of inventory management systems to track stock levels effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline product displays and enhance store layout.
  • Resolved customer inquiries, demonstrating strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Education

Associate of Science - Marine Biology

The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL
05.2013

Skills

  • Fiberglass repair
  • Gel coat repair
  • Masking techniques
  • Quality control inspection
  • Spray gun operation
  • Surface finishing
  • Damage assessment
  • Adhesive application
  • Protective coating application
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Material selection
  • Fiberglass lamination
  • Fiberglass matting
  • Wet layup process
  • Fiberglass polishing
  • Fiberglass reinforcement
  • Resin application
  • Fiberglass sanding
  • Polyester resin mixing
  • Structural bonding
  • Epoxy resin handling
  • Paint preparation
  • Fiberglass grinding
  • Hand layup technique
  • Curing process
  • Fiberglass cutting
  • Fiberglass splicing
  • Composite fabrication
  • Power tool operation
  • Hand tool proficiency
  • Workshop organization
  • Training and mentoring
  • Protective equipment
  • Environmental awareness
  • Waste reduction
  • Deadline adherence
  • Grinding skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Critical thinking

Certification

Yamaha Inline Motor Certification

Yamaha V-Engine Certification

Sea Star Hydraulic Certification

Timeline

Marine Repair Technician

Will’s Boatworks
03.2022 - Current

Gel Coat Specialist/Fiberglass Technician

Gulf Coast Boating Centers
03.2019 - 03.2022

First Mate

Shark Bite Charters
03.2018 - 03.2019

Fiberglass Technician

Pensacola Shipyard Marina
03.2017 - 03.2019

Second Mate on Headboat

Pelican Adventures
03.2017 - 03.2018

Fishing Specialist

West Marine
03.2014 - 03.2017

Associate of Science - Marine Biology

The University of West Florida
William Smith JR