Marine Coatings Apprentice: Blaster & Painter Helper

ASRC Industrial Services (AIS); Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

US Coatings (USC) is seeking a Marine Coatings Blaster/Painter Helper to assist the Sandblaster/Painter, Foreman, or Supervisor with surface preparation and coatings on marine structures, tanks, piping, and related surfaces.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in marine coatings, can follow directions, work safely with PPE, lift up to 100 lbs, and travel to job sites as needed. The role requires teamwork and strict safety standards in varied shipboard environments.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow specific directions.
• Must be able to perform a variety of duties, which may frequently change.
• Must have experience working with blasting equipment such as sandblasters, UHP water blasters, pots, pumps, and hoppers, as well as hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing surfaces and applying coatings to structures, tanks, piping, and surfaces per customer specs and manufacturer recommendations.
• Assist with assembly, maintenance, repair, and cleaning of abrasive blasting and painting equipment.
• May assist in mixing and thinning coatings according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Assist in constructing protective enclosures to prevent overspray.
• Cooperate with Supervisors and fellow workers to complete tasks.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and storage of equipment and supplies.
• Maintain safety by using PPE (harnesses, hard hats, eye protection, gloves, respirators).
• Keep the jobsite clean and remove debris.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow directions

Safety compliance

Ability to travel

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Tools

Sandblasting equipment

UHP water blaster

Pots, pumps, hoppers

Hand and power tools

Job description

US Coatings (USC) is seeking a Marine Coatings Blaster/Painter Helper to assist the Sandblaster/Painter, Foreman, or Supervisor with surface preparation and coatings on marine structures, tanks, piping, and related surfaces.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in marine coatings, can follow directions, work safely with PPE, lift up to 100 lbs, and travel to job sites as needed. The role requires teamwork and strict safety standards in varied shipboard environments.