Job Description
Shipyard Staffing is looking for experienced Brush and Roll Painter/laggers for work in Seattle, WA.
The painter/lagger is responsible for the correct and total application of power tool cleaning, brush and roll painting, striping, paint mixing, assisting and mechanics with other basic marine preservation duties.
MUST BE U.S. CITIZEN
BE ABLE TO PASS BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG SCREENING.
MARINE PAINTER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
- Brush and roll painting for various applications
- Applying the Stripe Coat for paint applications
- Assisting with Rigging and containment
- Understanding the Equipment operation (Various)
- Have experience with marine preparation and coatings application
- NBPI certification preferred.
- Must have reliable record of attendance and punctuality and be available for overtime as required.
- Must be able to physically transit all areas of the facility and the drydock.
- Must be able to spend up to 90% of time in an outdoor shipyard environment in all climates.
- Regularly required to sit, stand, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear.
- Must have good eye/hand coordination.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
- Must be familiar with working in a naval-ship-work-environment and be able to go aboard marine vessels and the drydock, climb ladders, work in tanks and confined spaces, and wear personal protective equipment. These areas can be dirty, dusty, hot or cold, and noisy.
- Must be able to access all work locations, including government and private shipyards and/or vessels.
- Regular, reliable onsite attendance is an essential function of this job.
MARINE PAINTER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Typically has a high school diploma or equivalent along with a minimum of 3 years directly-related experience. Knowledge of ship repair processes and procedures preferred. Must be able to obtain OSHA10 Hour Safety Certification.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience working for a marine coating company performing marine preparation and coatings application (or equivalent U.S. Navy training and experience) is preferred.
- Must be able to gain access to government facilities
- Must be willing to travel and work away from the home office for periods of time
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Must be able to work aboard vessels, climb ladders, and work in tanks and confined spaces
- Must be able to wear personal protective equipment – including a respirator
- Successfully demonstrated knowledge of NASSCO’s policies and procedures.
- Must be able to climb vertical ladders and scaffolding, and work at heights. Must be physically able to commute to various areas of shipyard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to dust, welding/burning fumes, and smoke. The noise level is usually moderate to extremely noisy, which may include sirens, horns, chipping, and hammering.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines where the job is at or within arm’s reach or performing mechanical or skilled trade tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as ones by electricians, technicians, service people, painters, mechanics, etc. Must be able to distinguish paint colors.
Shipyard Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.