Lead Naval Painter & Coatings Supervisor

U.S. Fleet Forces Command; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD is seeking a Painter Leader to lead the Preservation Shop (Code 970) within the Production Resources Department (Codes 900 and 901). This role requires supervision of coating operations and adherence to DoD standards in a naval shipyard environment.

The position emphasizes quality control, equipment operation (spray pumps and various application methods), and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure mission readiness and safe, compliant surface preparation and

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• Pre-appointment medical exam and security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, coordinate, and implement quality-related issues and elements for coated areas.
• Set up and use spray pumps and equipment such as conventional, airless, air assisted airless, HVLP, electrostatic, electrostatic powder, and plasma powder application.
• Blast and produce a surface profile ready for coating.
• Utilize and navigate management programs such as Sup Desk, ATAMS, WEBAIM.

Skills

Lead / Supervise

Direct / Coordinate team

Initiative / Independent work

Material selection

Adaptability / learn new skills

Interdepartmental cooperation

Job description

NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD is seeking a Painter Leader to lead the Preservation Shop (Code 970) within the Production Resources Department (Codes 900 and 901). This role requires supervision of coating operations and adherence to DoD standards in a naval shipyard environment.

The position emphasizes quality control, equipment operation (spray pumps and various application methods), and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure mission readiness and safe, compliant surface preparation and