Contract Marine Detailing Specialist - Palmetto Market

Full Throttle Marine • Palmetto, FL

3d • Remote

About The Position

Full Throttle Marine is seeking a meticulous and experienced marine detailer to join their team as an independent contractor. This role focuses on delivering premium mobile marine detailing services directly to boat owners' docks. The ideal candidate takes pride in achieving showroom-quality results, works independently, and understands that a perfect finish is essential. Full Throttle Marine provides the customers, schedule, and brand, while the detailer brings the skill.

Requirements

• Proven professional detailing experience (marine, automotive, or both).
• Hands-on proficiency with machine polishers (rotary and dual-action).
• Experience with clay bar, compound, polish, and wax/sealant application.
• Knowledge of marine vinyl care, glass treatment, and surface-specific products.
• Must own detailing equipment and supplies (or have the ability to supply them).
• Reliable transportation to customer locations (marinas, docks, dry storage).
• Meticulous attention to detail and consistent quality output.
• Valid driver's license and clean record.

Nice To Haves

• Prior marine detailing experience on fiberglass hulls and gelcoat surfaces.
• Familiarity with premium marine product lines (e.g., 3M, Meguiar's Marine, Star Brite, Collinite).
• Experience working in marina environments, including dock etiquette and water safety.
• Ability to bundle detailing with scheduled mechanical service visits.
• Interest in expanding into additional marine service disciplines over time.

Responsibilities

• Perform Full Throttle Marine's Premium Detailing package, including exterior wash (hull, deck, topsides), clay bar treatment, machine polish, and wax seal application.
• Clean and polish metal brightwork.
• Conduct a full interior wipe-down and surface cleaning.
• Apply vinyl seat conditioning and UV protectant.
• Treat glass and windshields for a streak-free, water-repellent finish.
• Perform a bilge inspection wipe-down (cosmetic).
• Conduct a final walk-through inspection and document the job with professional photos.
• Deliver a professional photo report of the completed job to the customer.

Benefits

• Above-market compensation on flat-rate detailing tickets.
• High-value bundled jobs (detailing paired with mechanical services).
• Consistent, pre-booked work.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Access to Full Throttle Marine brand, marketing, and booking infrastructure.
• Defined service territory.
• Photo documentation workflow provided.
• Path to expanded work as the territory and service menu grow.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed