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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

We are a well-established boat detailing company that offers boat cleaning and detailing services in the greater Seattle area. We are busy with work year-round, rain and shine. We work on boats ranging in size from around 25 feet up to 150 feet. We have a great crew and a friendly and supportive management team.
From one of our employees:
"I want to say I am very grateful for my job. The structure of being able to work whenever I can really did change how my whole life feels. It’s hard to feel like you’re living your life when you spend your whole week working indoors for a check that won’t even come for two weeks. Just wanted to thank you for the positive work environment of this company. It’s a rare find!" (H.B.)

The two main jobs we have available are:
  • A Boat Washer who washes the exterior of the boat using a hose, brushes, a bucket of soap and water and other types of cleaning and detailing products. This includes washing the boat from top to bottom down to the waterline. We don't wash past the waterline (under the boat). Here's a quick time-lapse video of one of our crew washing a small boat.
  • A Boat Detailer who uses a variable-speed buffer to remove oxidation from the gel coat to make the boat glossy again, and then uses wax or polish to protect the new layer of gel coat. Here's a short video of what buffing a boat is like.

General Information:
  • We prefer that you have previous experience cleaning, washing or detailing boats or cars. However, experience is not required as we provide training for all new employees. Being a naturally detail-oriented person will definitely help you in a job like this.
  • All detailing gear and supplies will be provided for you.
  • We prefer someone who can work full time, Monday - Friday, but we'll accept a candidate who can work part time Monday - Friday as long as they can work at least 25+ hours per week. (We do not offer weekend and evening work.)
  • We are looking for someone who is hard working, trustworthy and reliable and who can act maturely and professionally while working on boats, as our customers are sometimes on the boat.
  • You will often work on your own, so good time management skills are important.
  • You should live near Seattle, Everett or the Eastside so your commute time isn't too long. If you live in Auburn, Federal Way, near Tacoma or north of Everett, the commute to and from Seattle can take up too much of your work day.
Job Requirements:
  • You must have reliable transportation (a car or truck) that can carry your gear and supplies to and from the boat. (A bike or motorcycle/scooter won't work.)
  • You must have a cell phone so you can easily communicate with us while on the job and use our app to clock in and out with.
  • You must be in good physical condition to be able to do the job.

Pay
  • Boat Washers earn $22 to $25 per hour.
  • Boat Detailers who do buffing and waxing start at $24/hr until they have finished training (around 3 or 4 months). Once they're proficient with buffing and waxing, they'll earn a percentage of the job, which is the equivalent to earning around $60 per hour.
  • Employees are paid weekly.
  • Each position also has the opportunity to earn tips and bonuses.

Who We're Looking For
This job is perfect for someone who:
  • Enjoys working outdoors year-round (yes, that includes rain!)
  • Likes physical work and staying active
  • Is reliable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
  • Manages time well and has strong communication skills
  • Has a positive attitude and takes pride in their work

​How To Apply
If you feel that you are qualified for one of our positions, please fill out our online application. We will contact you within a few days if we feel that you would be a good candidate. We perform reference checks and a background check before hiring.​
The best way to contact us is through our estimate request form if you're a new customer or via email if you're a current customer.

​[email protected]
425-406-4084
Deckhand Detailing, established in 1990, offers affordable and high quality boat cleaning and detailing services including boat washing, boat buffing and waxing, interior and exterior cleaning and more. We're experienced, friendly and easy to work with because we love what we do! 

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Story
    • Our Book
    • How To Hire A Detailer
    • 10 Reasons to Hire Us
  • Services
    • Buffing and Polishing FAQ
  • Store
    • Detailing Products
    • Detailing Tools
    • Gift Cards
    • Marine Application
  • Photos
  • Estimate Request
  • Detailing Articles
  • Testimonials
  • Courses