Marine Painter/Blaster

Gulf Marine Repair Corporation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Marine Repair Corporation in Tampa, FL is seeking a Painter/Blaster to perform blasting and painting per contract specifications. Role involves using spray systems, brushes, rollers, masking, and protective PPE. Must be able to work at heights and operate lifting equipment in a heavy industrial setting.

Training in respirator use and adherence to safety protocols is required; day shifts with potential evenings/weekends. EOE/Disability and drug-free workplace statements apply.

Qualifications

• High school education or GED.
• Experience with blasting and painting processes.

Responsibilities

• Apply coatings via conventional and airless spray systems.
• Paint with brush and roller.
• Knowledge of various painting methods and applications.
• Direct blast of abrasive-laden air or water to remove contaminants.
• Apply masking materials to protect designated areas.
• Operate a man lift and work at heights.

Skills

Painting

Blasting

Coatings

Safety PPE

Respirator usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Airless spray systems

Brush & roller

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION.

As a painter/blaster, you will perform blasting and painting utilizing coating to specified contract requirements. Painters and blasters perform blasting and painting applications as directed by supervision. Must be able to perform all blast requirements and functions utilizing all application methods and identify and correct blast and paint deficiencies as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.

• Apply coatings through conventional and airless spray systems.


• Apply paint with brush and roll.


• Knowledge of various painting methods and applications.


• Knowledge of various blasts.


• Grinding, sanding and polishing .


• Painting, caulking and sealing.


• Direct blast of abrasive-laden compressed air or water against metal or hard composition objects to remove adhering scale, sand, paint, grease, tar, rust and dirt to impart even finish.


• Apply masking materials to protect designated areas from abrasive finish.


• Apply epoxy, polyurethane and high solids coatings.


• Operate a man lift, work at heights, and swing stage training.


• Must Wear respirator and other required PPE.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.

High school education or GED

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS.

The successful candidate must possess the physical abilities necessary to perform all aspects of his or her job including but not limited to; general lifting and carrying equipment and tools, bending and climbing. Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time. Work in various types of weather conditions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT.

Characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Environmental exposures are like those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include; noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fume and smoke.

Day shift working 40+ hours a week. Must be available for evenings and weekends as needed.

Gulf Marine Repair is an EOE/M/F/Vet/ Disability

E-Verify and Drug-Free Workplace