Build your career. Build Aspen Power Catamarans.
Our Core Values
- Family – We treat our team members, customers and guests with respect, care, and kindness, they become part of the family.
- Teamwork -We work together as a team to generate extraordinary results.
- Innovation – We are curious and creative, constantly engineering innovative improvements.
- Excellence – We strive to be the best at who we are and at what we do.
- Adventure – We’re building a company that enables our employees to live a full and adventurous life.
Our Facilities
Aspen Power Catamarans builds inboard and outboard cruisers and yachts in four buildings at the Port of Skagit Airport Business Park just 5 minutes off I-5 in Burlington, WA, USA. The modern, climate-controlled facilities create a safe and efficient workplace where our talented team of craftsmen are focused on efficiently building high quality recreational vessels.
Full-Time Employee Benefits
Aspen team members receive fiercely competitive wages coupled with a great work environment and generous benefits including:
- Health Insurance to care for you and your family
- Dental/Vision Insurance options
- 401(k) Retirement with company matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO) based on experience and years at Aspen
- Seven (7) Paid Holidays
- Tool Buying Program to ease the financial burden of purchasing your tools of the trade
- Bonus Programs to reward employees for contributions to our financial success
- Education Assistance for full-time employees who want to enrich their professional value
- Performance bonuses based on attainment of company goals
Next Generation of Boat Builders
Aspen is partnering with local and regional organizations to create awareness about careers in the marine industry, as well as inspire talented individuals to explore these careers through a variety of immersive activities. We are always looking for innovative and engaging ways to promote boat building as a career and to attract career-minded talent.
Apprenticeships
Aspen has an active relationship with the Skagit Valley College Marine Tech Institute in Anacortes. Students enrolled in the 1-year certification program, or 2-year degree program, may apply for the Aspen SVC Apprentice Program. Students support their education and financial obligations by working part-time at Aspen in the morning while attending classes in the afternoon. Aspen Apprentices are selected based on their individual talent, as well as their career goals. Aspen Apprentices have the opportunity to work additional hours during school breaks and may be promoted to full-time employment upon graduation from their course of study.
Current SVC Marine Tech students may speak to their instructor about the program. All Aspen candidates may inquire about their eligibility to participate in the program.
Seeking Career-minded Craftsmen
We are on the hunt for seasoned professionals with boat-building skills. Our best employees thrive in a team environment and take pride in their work. They’re fast learners and value a job done well, the first time.
Are you considering a career change?
We also hire selected individuals with specialized talents, limited experience and unlimited potential. Some of our talented craftsmen came from industries such as construction, electronics repair, truck repair, automotive painting, RV Service, manufacturing, and farming.
Current Openings
To apply for a current career opening, download and complete our employment application form. Attach the completed form along with your current resume in an email to jobs@aspencats.com.
Aspen Power Catamarans has developed a new carbon fiber composite tender. Sales have been strong and our lamination team needs to expand.
This Senior Laminator knows how to build fiberglass parts. They are capable of running chopper guns and gel coaters. They are very capable at rolling air out and putting roving, chop strand and foam cones into composite structures. May have experience with infused composites, mold construction and fiberglass repair. Is familiar with light gun maintenance.
Pay range $24 – $30 per hour (DOE – depending on experience)
40 hours in 4 ½ days with Friday afternoons off.
Benefits
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life Insurance, 401K Retirement plan with company matching, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Performance bonuses.
Aspen is a smoke-free, drug free workplace.
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification: Driver’s License (Preferred)
Aspen Power Catamarans is a premium boat builder specializing in power catamarans from 28’ to 40’. We service 110 local Aspen owners with the average age boat around 6 years.
We currently have a senior gelcoat/fiberglass repair position available. 70% of this work is on new boat construction and 30% on owner boats. The job involves large and small repairs, with standard colors. It also assists with laminating larger fiberglass components in assembly. 3 – 6 years’ experience is best. 95% of this job is done in a well-lit, vented factory.
Benefits
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life Insurance, 401K Retirement plan with company matching, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Performance bonuses.
Aspen is a smoke-free, drug free workplace.
Competitive compensation depends on experience (DOE).
Pay range: $24 – $28.50 per hour.
40 hours in 4 1/2 days with Friday afternoons off.
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification: Driver’s License (Preferred)
Aspen Power Catamarans service department has an open paint and detail position. This candidate will help rejuvenate Aspen Boats. The job involves cleaning, washing, waxing, painting and some light mechanical work (ie: zinc replacement). Some sanding is required. This is often an opening into other positions at Aspen.
Pay range : $18 – $24 (DOE – depending on experience)
40 hours in 4 ½ days with Friday afternoons off.
Benefits
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life Insurance, 401K Retirement plan with company matching, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Performance bonuses.
Aspen is a smoke-free, drug free workplace.
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification: Driver’s License (Preferred)
Aspen Power Catamarans is a premium boat builder building power catamarans from 28’ to 40’. We are currently looking for a career minded individual to fill a mechanic position in our service department. The ideal candidate is able to perform tasks such as oil changes, battery replacements, electronics installs and more. They love to find the problem and solve it once. They are able to communicate with owners honestly and track hours for accurate invoicing.
Preferred applicants are problem solvers who have experience with a wide range of tools.
Aspen will provide on the job training for apprentice level candidates.
Experience:
- 2 – 8 years proven experience in marine service highly desired, RV or automotive could apply.
- Experience with 12V wiring, 120V wiring and marine electrical and plumbing.
- Experience in oil changes, gear box oil changes, bilge pump replacement and shaft alignments.
- Familiar with industry-standard equipment and technical expertise.
- Must have competent, organized hand tools for above.
- Must follow all safety standards and procedures.
- Marine electronics installations desirable.
Pay range : $22 – $37 (DOE – depending on experience)
40 hours in 4 ½ days with Friday afternoons off.
Benefits
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life Insurance, 401K Retirement plan with company matching, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Performance bonuses.
Aspen is a smoke-free, drug free workplace.
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification: Driver’s License (Preferred)
Work location: 74% at factory, 25% at local marinas
Aspen Power Catamarans has developed a new carbon fiber composite tender. Sales have been strong and our lamination team needs to expand.
This entry level position needs team members who love to work with their hands – building, fixing, painting, doing. This is not an office job. Our team uses exceptionally strong adhesives, fiberglass and carbon fibers in the construction of boats in a warm, well-ventilated facility. You will be working with and learning from seasoned veterans.
Must be able to intermittently lift up to 50 lbs or more.
Transferrable Skills
Candidates with professional grade skills in the following jobs are encouraged to apply: Auto Painting, Auto Detailing, Boat Detailing, Fiberglass work.
Benefits
Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Life Insurance, 401K Retirement plan with company matching, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Performance bonuses.
Aspen is a smoke-free, drug free workplace.
Competitive compensation depends on experience (DOE).
Pay range: $18 – $24 per hour.
40 hours in 4 1/2 days with Friday afternoons off.
Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification: Driver’s License (Preferred)
